Claire Hassall

Claire Hassall is Principal of CHR Metals, which provides internet-based proprietary analysis of the world's lead and zinc industries. Claire writes and researches CHR's zinc industry reports and data. This involves detailed analysis of China's role as a user and producer, which is supported by her regular visits to operating mines and smelters, and other industry participants, in all parts of the country. CHR undertakes consultancy work for individual clients, including market outlooks for feasibility/financing documentation, detailed analysis of demand prospects in various markets (including China), a review of physical asset transactions and price and treatment charge forecasts. Claire holds an MS in Economics and has 25 years experience in analyzing base metals markets, including the role that economic developments have had on the pattern of metals usage and production. Prior to forming CHR Metals, she was Director of Metal Services at Brook Hunt & Associates. (This is me - Update Profile)