
Copper prices rise as market assesses US jobs data
Copper prices rose as US jobs data showed a rebound in job growth but high unemployment. Shanghai copper increased 0.30% and London copper rose 0.97%. Aluminium prices also gained after South32 announced the closure of its Mozal smelter. Nickel recovered, while zinc and lead declined. The market is assessing supply concerns and demand prospects from data centers and energy transition.

