1. [Nickel] A spokesperson for the Indonesian President stated that the planned "minerals and strategic commodities" exchange is expected to cover palm oil, nickel, and coal, with an official launch scheduled for January 1, 2027.

2. [Copper] Shanghai Futures Exchange: As of August 18, copper inventories in the Shanghai region totaled 24,050 tonnes (down 199 tonnes from the previous day); Guangdong region inventories stood at 9,577 tonnes (down 100 tonnes); Jiangsu region inventories totaled 21,901 tonnes (up 2,779 tonnes); and Zhejiang region inventories totaled 2,593 tonnes (up 349 tonnes). The combined total was 58,121 tonnes, an increase of 2,829 tonnes from the previous day.

3. [Aluminum] Spot prices for aluminum ingots (AL99.70) fell on August 18. Regional quotes were as follows: East China market quoted at 23,900 RMB/ton (down 170 RMB/ton from the previous trading day); South China market at 24,020 RMB/ton (down 100 RMB/ton); Southwest China market at 23,910 RMB/ton (down 150 RMB/ton); and Central China market at 23,800 RMB/ton (down 170 RMB/ton).

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