Global Market (GLOBAL) · GBP
| Market | Price (GBP/oz) | Status |
|---|---|---|
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London Metal Exchange
LME · GB
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£0.0422
09 Jan
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Closed |
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Global Market
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GLOBAL · XX
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£0.0462
09 Jan
|
Closed |
Lead is a heavy, malleable base metal primarily used in lead‑acid batteries for automotive starters and stationary backup power, with additional applications in cable sheathing, radiation shielding and specialty alloys; a large share of supply comes from recycled scrap. Its market importance is tied to battery demand and grid/storage needs, and pricing is driven by mine output and recycling rates, smelter capacity, environmental regulation, inventories and energy and transportation costs.