In November, 3M LME copper traded in a range of $10,557.5 to $11,210.5. Prices began the month under pressure as weaker-than-expected factory and trade data from China raised concerns about global growth. Later on, the market found support from several drivers: FOMC minutes and comments from Fed officials revealed differing views within the Committee, while stronger-than-expected U.S. nonfarm payrolls added to policy uncertainty. Additional momentum came from reports that Nvi

During October, 3M LME copper traded within the range of $10,263 to $11,200. Prices started the month on a positive note, supported by ongoing supply concerns, despite low trading volumes due to China’s National Day holiday (October 1–8), when Chinese exchanges were closed. At the beginning of the month, copper prices gained momentum after China announced a support plan aimed at revitalizing the non-ferrous metals sector and promoting the use of high-quality copper materials.

In September, 3M LME copper traded between $9,844 and $10,485. Prices came under pressure at the start of the month as expectations for a...