Copper price rises as China’s factory activity accelerates
China's factory activity unexpectedly accelerated in December, according to an official survey released on Friday.
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Merger of Chinese rare earth producers could affect prices, analysts say
“The merged company will increase the control over prices in the international market place and could lead to even higher prices in the coming year.”