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Strong performance on the LME copper market boosted market confidence, and an upward room has been available after LME copper prices broke through the key resistance level of USD 7,500/mt. SMM expects LME copper prices to fluctuate at around USD 7,500/mt in the short term. If more positive news is available, LME copper prices will likely test USD 7,800/mt.
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