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LME progresses plans for market structure modernisation
We have issued the outcomes of our consultation and confirmed the introduction of changes intended to boost transparency and increase price competition, while protecting the unique features of our market that serve the physical metal communities.
LME Metals Seminar 2025
Tickets are now on sale for the LME Metals Seminar 2025! Hear from leading voices and industry experts for a day of insightful sessions. Take advantage of the early-bird ticket discount before it ends on 31 August.
Optiver approved as an LME member
We are delighted to welcome Optiver as a Category 4 member. Optiver is a global market maker that provides liquidity to financial markets.
21st Asian Battery Conference and Exhibition
Edric Koh, LME Head of Corporate Client Development APAC, will be speaking at the 21st Asian Battery Conference and Exhibition in September, in Borneo.
Fastmarkets Aluminium Conference 2025
We are proud silver sponsors for this year’s Fastmarkets Aluminium Conference.
CSRD and Sustainability Reporting 2025
Alice Lim, LME Head of Corporate Sustainability, is joining a panel discussion on “Delivering a consistent narrative across reports” at CSRD & Sustainability Reporting 2025.
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