Founded in 2004, Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) was established to provide real-time pricing, news, and market analysis for the non-ferrous metals industry in China and globally . The idea was to create a comprehensive platform that offers accurate and timely information to stakeholders in the metals market, facilitating informed trading and business decisions . SMM is a privately owned company . Today, SMM covers a wide range of metals, including aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, tin, and zinc, as well as precious metals and steel . They provide news, market data, in-depth analysis, and industry reports, with a focus on the Chinese market but also offering global coverage . SMM is based in Shanghai, China, and its website, news.metal.com, is a key resource for professionals in the metals industry worldwide . They do not cover sports, politics, or entertainment news, focusing exclusively on the metals market . One interesting fact: A unique fact about SMM is its extensive data collection and analysis capabilities, offering real-time price quotes, historical data, and in-depth market research that is widely used by industry participants for trading and strategic planning .