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https://www.investing.com/analysis/global-lead-zinc-demand-forecast-to-rise-in-2019-200349650

The International Lead and Zinc Study Group (ILZSG) convened its 63rd session earlier this month in Lisbon, Portugal, during which it reviewed global demand forecasts for this year and next with respect to zinc and lead.​

Global Zinc Picture​

According to ILZSG, global zinc demand is set to rise by 0.4% in 2018 to 13.74 million tons (MT) and by 1.1% in 2019 (up to 13.88 MT).
In China, zinc demand is projected to fall 0.5% this year, while increasing just 0.8% in 2019.
Apparent zinc usage in the U.S. is projected to increase 2.1% this year and 0.9% in 2019. Elsewhere, demand is expected to rise in Europe by 1.6% this year and 1.0% in 2019. It’s also projected to rise in India, and remain stable in Japan and South Korea.
On the supply side, zinc mine production is projected to rise 2% in 2018 and 6.4% in 2019.

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