LME Total Inventory: Lead

Macro

2025-12-25

Description

The LME Total Inventory for Lead is published by the London Metal Exchange (LME). This indicator tracks the total amount of lead stored in LME-approved warehouses globally. It is a significant measure for understanding the supply dynamics of lead in the market, influencing pricing and availability. Higher inventory levels typically indicate a surplus, which may lead to lower prices, while lower inventory levels suggest a shortage, potentially driving prices up.

The total inventory is calculated by aggregating the amount of lead stored in all LME-approved warehouses worldwide. It includes lead in all forms and stages of processing.

The data is updated daily, providing the most recent inventory levels available.

Published by
London Metal Exchange (Choice)
Frequency
Daily
Next Update
Description

The LME Total Inventory for Lead is published by the London Metal Exchange (LME). This indicator tracks the total amount of lead stored in LME-approved warehouses globally. It is a significant measure for understanding the supply dynamics of lead in the market, influencing pricing and availability. Higher inventory levels typically indicate a surplus, which may lead to lower prices, while lower inventory levels suggest a shortage, potentially driving prices up.

The total inventory is calculated by aggregating the amount of lead stored in all LME-approved warehouses worldwide. It includes lead in all forms and stages of processing.

The data is updated daily, providing the most recent inventory levels available.

Published by
London Metal Exchange (Choice)
Frequency
Daily
Next Update