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Stocks of most metals edge lower

Exchange stocks of most metals fell over the last month. With the exception of copper and tin, inventories are now substantially lower than at the start of the year, pointing to tightening markets. That said, higher prices have been incentivising production at a time when demand, particularly in China, is set to slow. As such, we would not be surprised to see some stock building in the second half.

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