| Copper is mounting a comeback as investors grow more confident about the global economy. Prices rose 3.3% last week, after a major commodities trading house surprised markets with an upbeat forecast for copper demand in the second half of this year, while data from the U.S. show an economic rebound is gaining traction.
Some investors also believe China, the world's largest consumer of the metal, may be preparing to launch a second round of economic stimulus, which could further boost copper demand. Copper's rally has nearly reversed a sharp drop recorded earlier this month, although prices are still down about 7% for the year...............................................Full Article: Source
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