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In neighboring markets, the euro fell against the dollar, as new 12-year bonds issued by Greece struggled to find buyers, which depressed the just improved market confidence. The US dollar index closed at 81.397. Gold futures on the COMEX closed at USD 1,105.70 per ounce, down USD 5.8. Silver futures for May delivery ended down 5.7 cents at USD 17.330 per ounce.
Domestic lead market is expected to trade between RMB 15,450-15,600/mt on Wednesday.
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