China Weighs on Copper as Industrial Activity Weakens
Copper futures are poised for a nearly 3% weekly decline as signs of weakening industrial activity in top consumer China weigh on demand.
The metal steadied around $6.52 per pound on Friday, but remains under pressure from a stronger dollar and rising oil prices.
The risk of an escalation in the US-Iran conflict has heightened concerns over inflation, further contributing to copper's decline.