Aluminium prices went up by 0.24 per cent to Rs 145.65 per kg in futures trade today as speculators built up fresh positions following pick up in demand at the spot market.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, aluminium for delivery in September edged up by 35 paise, or 0.24 per cent, to Rs 145.65 per kg in business turnover of 16 lots.
Likewise, the metal for delivery in August contracts was trading higher by 25 paise, or 0.17 per cent, to Rs 144.80 per kg in 143 lots.
Analysts said fresh positions created by participants after uptick in demand from industries in the physical market influenced aluminium prices in futures trade.
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