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The US stocks fell by 26 points due to the rumor that China will tighten the credit, while the unexpected weak durable goods orders in the US strengthened the risk aversion demand for US dollar. COMEX Gold Trust closed at USD 927.2/oz, and silver prices fell by Cents 48.2/oz to USD 13.258/oz. NYMEX crude oil futures prices closed at USD 63.35/barrel, down 5%, dampened by increased inventories.
Lead prices are expected to move in the RMB 13,300-13,400/mt range in domestic spot market.
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