Copper futures have experienced a noteworthy trajectory, influenced by various market factors. The bottoming of 30-year bonds in late October, resulting in lower yields, has coincided with a rally in copper prices. Interest rates play a pivotal role, acting as a major headwind to construction spending and financed projects, thereby augmenting demand for copper.
A significant driver for the copper market has been China's industrial production figures for October, surpassing expectations with a 4.6% increase compared to the anticipated 4.4%. This positive data has added conviction to the strength of the copper market. Traders are eagerly anticipating the release of the next Chinese Industrial Production numbers on December 14th for further insights.
Headwinds for Copper:
The upcoming week presents challenges for risk assets, and the interest rate environment, as various job-related data such as ADP Nonfarm, Avg Hourly Earnings, Unit Labor Costs, and the Unemployment rate are scheduled for release. The evolving credit cycle poses potential benefits for commodities, with copper serving as an indicator for the economic landscape.
Support & Resistance Levels to Watch:
To witness sustained strength in copper, market participants are keenly watching for a break and close above the critical level of 3.92-3.96. Should we gain traction above this level, the psychologically significant 4.00 level looms as the next significant hurdle. The intricacies of copper futures reflect the intricate dance between economic indicators, global production figures, and the evolving credit cycle, and will continue to be a closely watched commodity in the new year.
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*Trade ideas cited above are for illustration only, as an integral part of a case study to demonstrate the fundamental concepts in risk management under the market scenarios being discussed. They shall not be construed as investment recommendations or advice. Nor are they used to promote any specific products, or services.
Futures trading involves substantial risk of loss and may not be suitable for all investors. Trading advice is based on information taken from trade and statistical services and other sources Blue Line Futures, LLC believes are reliable. We do not guarantee that such information is accurate or complete and it should not be relied upon as such. Trading advice reflects our good faith judgment at a specific time and is subject to change without notice. There is no guarantee that the advice we give will result in profitable trades. All trading decisions will be made by the account holder. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
A significant driver for the copper market has been China's industrial production figures for October, surpassing expectations with a 4.6% increase compared to the anticipated 4.4%. This positive data has added conviction to the strength of the copper market. Traders are eagerly anticipating the release of the next Chinese Industrial Production numbers on December 14th for further insights.
Headwinds for Copper:
The upcoming week presents challenges for risk assets, and the interest rate environment, as various job-related data such as ADP Nonfarm, Avg Hourly Earnings, Unit Labor Costs, and the Unemployment rate are scheduled for release. The evolving credit cycle poses potential benefits for commodities, with copper serving as an indicator for the economic landscape.
Support & Resistance Levels to Watch:
To witness sustained strength in copper, market participants are keenly watching for a break and close above the critical level of 3.92-3.96. Should we gain traction above this level, the psychologically significant 4.00 level looms as the next significant hurdle. The intricacies of copper futures reflect the intricate dance between economic indicators, global production figures, and the evolving credit cycle, and will continue to be a closely watched commodity in the new year.
Check out CME Group real-time data plans available on TradingView here: www.tradingview.com/cme/
Disclaimers:
CME Real-time Market Data help identify trading set-ups and express my market views. If you have futures in your trading portfolio, you can check out on CME Group data plans available that suit your trading needs www.tradingview.com/cme/
*Trade ideas cited above are for illustration only, as an integral part of a case study to demonstrate the fundamental concepts in risk management under the market scenarios being discussed. They shall not be construed as investment recommendations or advice. Nor are they used to promote any specific products, or services.
Futures trading involves substantial risk of loss and may not be suitable for all investors. Trading advice is based on information taken from trade and statistical services and other sources Blue Line Futures, LLC believes are reliable. We do not guarantee that such information is accurate or complete and it should not be relied upon as such. Trading advice reflects our good faith judgment at a specific time and is subject to change without notice. There is no guarantee that the advice we give will result in profitable trades. All trading decisions will be made by the account holder. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.