Vitol, Gunvor rock metals markets with big aluminum bets
Both taken long positions in the LME aluminum contracts nearing expiry that were at times larger than the readily available stock.
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Trump says Ukraine minerals deal to be “signed soon” – Reuters
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Cobre Panama opens door to public in bid to draw support for restart
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