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August Copper futures rallied on global de-escalation reports
Bob Iaccino breaks down the dramatic price action in August Copper futures, which experienced an outside range day. After initially gapping lower to 6.183 and dropping 1.52%, the market saw a strong afternoon rally, pushing prices up 1.98% to reach 6.3910. This reversal was largely driven by geopolitical developments, as the administration canceled planned strikes on Iran following coordinated talks in Doha. Iaccino explains how this de-escalation impacts the industrial metals complex by addressing two key variables: rate hike expectations and conflict uncertainty. A potential Hormuz reopening could remove the energy ...