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Base Metal Consumption after 3-Day Winning Streak, SMM Surveys

Sep 21, 2017 09:49

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Base metals prices have risen for 3 days in a row.

SHANGHAI, Sept. 21 (SMM) - Base metals prices have risen for 3 days in a row.

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