Clouds in store Copper prices have disappointed during the past 18 months. The sum of parts For those accustomed to making public their views about the possible future gold price, the probability of the price promptly making them look either totally incompetent or economic with the truth is an accepted norm. This occurs with monotonous regularity ,and this article is not expected to yield a statistical aberration. Pollution abatement This year is shaping up to be a banner year for nickel. The main impetus is expected to come from Asia, with robust growth forecasted for China, the Republic of Korea and Thailand, in particular.
Money is key Zambian grade cobalt has never held the leverage to move prices in the market.
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