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Nickel rises 0.2% on spot demand, global cues

Pick up in demand from consuming industries helps

Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Feb 25 2014 | 12:39 PM IST
Nickel prices moved up by 0.18% to Rs 896 per kg in futures trade today on pick up in demand from consuming industries in the spot market amid a firm global trend.

At the Multi Commodity Exchange, nickel for delivery in March moved up by Rs 1.60, or 0.18%, to Rs 896 per kg in business turnover of 204 lots.

February nickel gained Rs 1.20, or 0.14%, to Rs 890 per kg in 746 lots.

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Market analysts said besides pick-up in demand from consuming industries, a firm trend in the global market led to rise in nickel prices at futures trade.

Meanwhile, nickel for delivery in three months traded 0.3% higher at $14,373 a metric tonne on the London Metal Exchange.

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First Published: Feb 25 2014 | 12:11 PM IST

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