base metal
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JPMorgan has cut numerous base metals clients in Asia, particularly stopping business with privately owned Chinese companies, according to the Bloomberg report.
From Reuters
Brazilian miner Vale, for example, has said it will separate its base metal and iron ore business to prepare for future growth from the electric vehicles market.
From Reuters
Gold prices edged higher against a weaker dollar, while most base metals rallied, boosted by easing concerns over a banking crisis.
From Reuters
On Monday, base metal and crude oil prices were in the red as China, over the weekend set a lower-than-expected gross domestic product target of 5%.
From Reuters
The changes are widely seen as a defensive measure against China, which has invested $7 billion in Canada's base metals sector in the past 20 years, according to S&P Market Intelligence.
From Reuters
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