London Metal Exchange targeted by UK antitrust claim over nickel trading
( September 17, 2026, 15:25 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The London Metal Exchange has been targeted by a UK claim from investment funds over alleged malpractice in nickel trading, according to a summary of the suit published by the Competition Appeal Tribunal. It says the claim, which also targets Hong Kong exchanges, alleges "serious deficiencies" in the behaviors and a lack of policies and procedures to address conflicts of interest.Summary attached....
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