LME Nickel to Fluctuate at Lows (2017-4-24)

Published: Apr 24, 2017 09:37

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China Nickel Ore Inventories Grow Finally, SMM Reports, with Bearish Outlook for Price

LME nickel will consolidate at lows today, and SHFE 1709 nickel should hover between RMB 78,000-79,800/mt, with spot prices between RMB 76,800-79,800/mt.

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