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Home / Metal News / LME Copper to See Weak Trading (2016-5-13)

LME Copper to See Weak Trading (2016-5-13)

May 13, 2016 09:14

Source:SMM

LME copper will stay weak and range USD 4,620-4,660/mt during Asian trading hours Friday with growing positions.

SHANGHAI, May 13 (SMM) – LME copper will stay weak and range USD 4,620-4,660/mt during Asian trading hours Friday with growing positions.

SHFE 1607 copper will fluctuate between RMB 35,200-35,600/mt on May 13. Spot copper will be offered at premiums of RMB 20-50/mt against SHFE 1605 copper.

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