Copper Futures Slip on Muted Demand

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Apr 17, 2026 11:36

Copper futures fall on MCX due to weak domestic demand. May delivery at Rs 1,281.35/kg. Learn more about copper price trends.

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New Delhi, Apr 17 (PTI) Copper prices fell Rs 3.70 to Rs 1,281.35 per kilogram in the futures trade on Friday, weighed down by muted demand in the domestic spot market.

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), copper for May delivery slipped Rs 3.70, or 0.29 per cent, to Rs 1,281.35 per kg in a business turnover 527 lots.

Traders said subdued domestic demand from consuming industries weighed on copper prices in futures trade.

Source: PTI By Rediff Money Desk, New Delhi

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