Are Copper Prices Setting Up For A Fall In 2018?

After a strong 2 year rally, Copper prices are showing signs that momentum is slowing.

Perhaps the copper rally is running out of steam.

In the chart below, we take a look at what’s happening with copper over the long and short term.

Despite the 2-year rally, copper prices are still trading within a declining channel that developed following the 2011 highs (see points A).

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As well, copper is currently testing a confluence of price resistance at Point 1 while momentum is turning lower (see Point 2).

A slip below the two-year rising rally trend line (Point 3) could lead to much lower prices. Bulls better regroup soon or next move could be lower.

Copper Prices – Long-Term Chart

copper prices topping resistance_year 2018 decline

 

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