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INFOGRAPHIC: Glencore’s base metals production cutbacks

The effects of Glencore's major production cuts in zinc, copper and lead are still working their way through the market. Here, Metal Bulletin Research presents an infographic overview.

October 21, 2015
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Base metals Copper

The effects of Glencore’s major production cuts in zinc, copper and lead are still working their way through the market. Here, Metal Bulletin Research presents an infographic overview.

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Andy Cole, editor of Base Metals Forecaster, Metal Bulletin Research
acole@metalbulletinresearch.com

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