China demand

Tepid China demand and surging inventories sent copper to multi-month lows

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Tepid China demand and surging inventories sent copper to multi-month lows

Copper has declined by more than 17 percent from its lifetime highs. Tepid demand from China, surging inventories in warehouses, and a strong US dollar have contributed to the bearish sentiment in prices. Copper inventory levels at different warehouses have reached multi-year highs. Latest London Metal Exchange (LME) data show that inventories in the LME-registered … Read more

Oil prices fall on China demand worries

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Oil prices fall on China demand worries

Oil prices extended last week’s losses on Monday on concern about slow demand in China, though lingering geopolitical risk surrounding the Middle East and Russia limited the decline. Brent futures fell 48 cents, or 0.6%, to $81.60 a barrel at 0129 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) dropped 50 cents, or 0.6%, to $77.51. … Read more