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Copper is one of the most commonly used of the base metals, and when in high demand, copper is a reliable indicator of our economic health. But its importance isn’t confined to electrical wires and thermal conductors.
Copper also plays a vital role in the rise of renewable energies and the production of electric vehicles, helping us transition to a low-carbon economy.
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Base metals prices on the London Metal Exchange were mostly higher this morning, Friday October 20, with nickel’s rally leading the pack.
Base metals prices on the London Metal Exchange are mostly higher with gains averaging 1.1% this morning, Friday October 20. The exception is tin where prices are off by 0.3%. Nickel prices once again lead the gains with a 2.5% increase to $12,065 per tonne, with lead prices up by 1.6% and copper prices up by 1.3% to $7,060 per tonne. Zinc and aluminium prices are up by 0.9% and 0.6%, respectively.
Aluminium prices on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) inched higher during Asian morning trading on Friday October 20, supported by lower production data out of China and increased buying interest from downstream participants.
Nickel prices on the London Metal Exchange recovered over $100 on Thursday October 19, while aluminium traded slightly higher on strong sentiment for the light metal.
Base metals prices on the London Metal Exchange are broadly higher this morning, Thursday October 19. Nickel prices lead the gains with a 1.2% increase to $11,770 per tonne, while tin, aluminium and copper prices are up by between 0.1% and 0.4%, with three-month copper prices at $7,005. Lead and zinc are bucking the trend, with prices down by 1.1% and 0.5%, respectively.
Aluminium prices on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) inched higher during Asian morning trading on Thursday October 19, supported by further winter capacity cuts in China and rising prices for alumina.
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