COMEX Copper Net Longs Fall Steeply on Capital Flight

Published: Sep 25, 2017 12:03

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COMEX copper net longs held by hedge funds declined sharply in the week ended September 19, according to CFTC report.

SHANGHAI, Sept. 25 (SMM) – COMEX copper net longs held by hedge funds declined sharply in the week ended September 19, according to CFTC report.

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COMEX copper net longs fell 30% to 32,587 lots, as capital fled from the market.

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