SHANGHAI, Feb. 3 (SMM) – Crude oil prices took a hit as hopes for OPEC output cuts fell through. Kansas Fed chair made hawkish speech. So, LME aluminum is expected to fall to USD 1,480-1,510/mt on Wednesday.
SHFE 1604 aluminum should move at RMB 10,630-10,700/mt.
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In China’s spot aluminum market, spot discounts of RMB 50-90/mt are expected over SHFE 1602 contract.
Key Macroeconomic Indicators for Base Metal Prices (2016-2-3)