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Copper prices rise in the face of supply risks in Chilean mine

Copper prices (Symbol: Copper-C) have demonstrated resilience this week, breaking a five-week losing streak as the market reacts to a mix of supply-side concerns and encouraging economic data from the US. Three-month copper was trading around just shy of a two-week high achieved in the previous session. Copper (Symbol: Copper-C) prices began the week with a softer tone, reflecting ongoing global economic uncertainties. Early trading saw three-month copper prices drop. The MACD indicator shows a slight decline in momentum, with the histogram turning red, indicating a potential bearish crossover. Read more to find out why copper prices rising.

why copper prices rising

Disclaimer:

Traders should remain vigilant and exercise risk management, as the situation at the Escondida mine could evolve rapidly, potentially leading to more significant price swings. Also, market focus will likely shift to upcoming economic data releases, which could either reinforce or undermine the current bullish sentiment.

Publication date:

2024-08-20 15:36:59 (GMT)

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