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Copper prices rose by 0.36% to Rs 358.10 per kg in futures trade today amid a firming trend in global market and rising spot demand.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, copper for delivery in February traded higher by Rs 1.30, or 0.36%, to Rs 358.10 per kg in a business turnover of 711 lots.
The metal for delivery in April edged up by Rs 1.15, or 0.32%, to Rs 362.55 per kg in 36 lots.
Globally, copper for delivery in three months rose by 0.4% to $5,715 a tonne on the London Metal Exchange.
Market analysts said besides increased demand from consuming industries, a firming overseas trend after Greece reached a provisional deal with Eurozone Finance Ministers and ahead of housing data from the US, influenced copper prices at futures trade here.
