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The article presents the origin and development of copper metallurgy in Southeastern Europe. It presented how the early search for flint stones during the Paleolithic era had lead to the formation of copper mines at Rudna Glava. It discusses how the prehistoric miners gathered ore, flint stones and mineral deposits from the pit. The analysis conducted on the pottery discovered from the mines found out that it belongs to the transitional stage of Vinča culture during the second half of the fifth millennium B.C.

Copper traders in Europe have already started to note a positive demand impact due to energy-transition technologies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers the authors' insights on the linkage between the price of copper and fibre and its impact on investment prospects in Europe. The authors mention the proposition encouraged in Europe which is to lower the price of copper to promote fibre investment. The authors conclude that lowering copper price could harm fibre investment, likewise, flexibility in fibre prices could encourage fibre investment.

This article presents information regarding several economic and political developments in various parts of the world. The past week may almost be said to have been a peaceful one in that there have been few rumors of imminent participation in the war by those countries of Europe not already engaged. Italy holds tenaciously to its neutrality, and is occupied with the trouble in its Tripolitan possessions to which people alluded last week. So far Turkey's participation in the war appears to have been productive of few results of material importance. Difficulties arising over the export of copper from the United States to European countries appear to have received a satisfactory settlement.

As global demand wanes and questions over the future of the copper industry mount, market participants are also facing a backlash against globalisation in Europe and the USA. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Good morning from Metal Bulletin's offices in Asia, bringing the key news and market stories on Friday September 23. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Good morning from Metal Bulletin's offices in Asia, bringing the latest news and pricing stories on Monday July 4. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Good morning from Metal Bulletin's offices in Asia, bringing the key news and market stories on Friday May 13. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Good morning from Metal Bulletin's offices in Asia, bringing the latest news and pricing stories on Monday August 17. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Good morning from Metal Bulletin's offices in Asia, bringing the latest news and pricing stories on Thursday June 25. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Tight supply and a recovery in overseas demand are supporting copper premiums in Europe even as some consumers pull back from the market, awaiting a repeat of the March price rout. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Codelco is still in discussions with its customers over premiums for 2014 copper cathode supplies, but its ceo said an increase from previous levels is the Chilean producer's key target. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aurubis has offered customers in Europe a premium of $105 per tonne ex-works for copper cathodes to be supplied in 2014, up from $86 this year, a spokeswoman for the Hamburg-based copper refiner said on Thursday September 26. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Brazil's exports of copper ore and cathodes rose in July as Asian and European buyers increased their purchases while wire shipments were up on regional trade, according to figures from the country's trade ministry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The copper concentrates market is getting interesting. Barely a week has passed in recent months without some market-tipping event taking place, as producers, traders and smelters all testify. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports that copper prices increased on the London Metal Exchange (LME) in morning Asian trading on February 6, 2013. Three-month copper was up 26 U.S. dollars per tonne from its opening to trade at 8,309 U.S. dollars per tonne. It also notes that the market was boosted by encouraging data from the U.S. and Europe.

The article reports that the prices of copper prices have increased above 8,300 U.S. dollars per tonne at the close of trading on the London Metal Exchange (LME) on February 4, 2013. It notes that copper rallied modestly after a mid-day sell-off seen in Europe but the gains were capped by a weaker opening in U.S. equity markets. Copper hit an intraday high of 8,346 U.S. dollars per tonne in the overnight session or 0.6 % higher from its opening level.

The article reports on Aurubis executive board member Stefan Boel's claim that competition for copper products in Europe is likely to intensify in 2013. According to Boel, the competition will be tight because of static demand and overcapacity. He adds that products sales should be fully insured and hedged against credit and price risk. Aurubis acquired Luvata's flat rolled products unit in 2011, providing the company with a way to improve its status in the high volume copper products markets.

The article reports on the refusal by copper producers to grant credit or greater optionality on tonnages to end-consumers for 2013 contracts. The producers are remained firm about their refusal and preferred to leave the role of granting credit to traders and merchant banks. A source noted European producers' understanding that they need the trade since the financial crisis.

The article reports on the increase in the prices of copper in August 2012, amid weak supply of copper cathodes in warehouses and consumer yards in Europe. Copper premiums were reported at 80-100 U.S. dollars per tonne, although spot activity increased very thin due to the absence of physical users of cathodes. The views of market analysts and producers on the market condition of copper are also cited.

The article reports on the increase in copper premiums on August 15, 2012 even as consumer demand in Europe slowed further due to seasonal and macroeconomic factors. The thin availability of copper cathodes in Europe reportedly contributed to the increase. Data also showed that Metal Bulletin weighted average Rotterdam copper premiums settled at 91.67 dollars per tonne on August 15, an increase from 90 dollars per tonne at the end of the previous week.

The article presents updates on Asian copper prices as of August 2012. Copper prices on the London Metal Exchange traded in a tight range in early Asian hours on August 2 as the market waited for direction from a key European Central Bank meeting. Shanghai Futures Exchange copper rose in Asian morning trading, with the November contract opening at 54,300 Chinese yuan per tonne.

The article reports on the decline in copper premiums during the week of July 6, 2012 amid thin trading activity and declining sentiment in Europe. On a weighted average basis, European copper premiums settled at 74.29 dollars per tonne. It notes that the fluctuating physical enquiries for cathodes reflect the price movements on the London Metal Exchange (LME). Weekly losses of two percent were recorded by three-month copper prices on the LME.

The article reports on developments in the copper market in Europe as of May 18, 2012. Some factors that impacted the copper trade include the lack of buyers, a tightness of material and holidays. Prices for low-grade and high-grade material were reportedly unchanged. Lowering the opening prices for high-grade material is suggested as a way to respond to lack of interest from buyers.

The article reports that copper prices at the London Metal Exchange (LME) improved on May 11, 2012. Three-month copper opened at the LME at 8,066.75 U.S. dollars per ton. The price declined to 8,014.5 U.S. dollars before mid-day, but the rate was still considered good for being above the intraday low of 7,993.25 U.S. dollars. Brokers claim that copper started a downward trend ahead of the opening of the European markets mainly because of investors' disappointment over first quarter earnings.

The article reports that Teck Resources Ltd. acknowledged the possibility that economic uncertainty in the European region may affect both its prices and product shipments. The company previously recorded a 52.7 percent decline in earnings in the first quarter of 2012. Aside from high costs associated with its copper business, debt refinancing reportedly affected its income. The impact of severe weather conditions on mining activities of the firm is also described.

The article reports on the decline in London Metal Exchange (LME) copper in early Asian trading in January 2012 as Asian participants are still unconvinced by advances made by the red metal. LME decided to cancel warrants for copper increase to their highest level since May 2009. Tao Jinfeng, a consultant at Haitong Futures, said they need to follow the economic progress in the U.S., Europe, and China for industrial resources like copper.

The article explains the lower demand for European copper during the fourth quarter (4Q) of 2011. According to Goldman Sachs, they are expecting a stop to European de-stocking until January 2012 due to lower demand that has decreased by 20-50% in August 2011. The article notes the loss of Goldman Sachs in its copper and zinc recommendations on May 23, 2011 while still maintaining a strong outlook for copper and zinc in 2012.

The article reports on a 0.5% decline in copper future prices in Shanghai, China in December 2011 amid weak sentiment in Asian financial markets. The current price of March copper on the Shanghai Futures Exchange is 53,530 yuan. An analyst attributes the market sentiment to continuous negative news about Europe. There were no changes in March aluminium prices.

The article deals with the steady performance of copper trade in the international market in December 2011. It says that the trend was due to lack of major events and activities by investors and improved conditions in the U.S. and European stock markets. According to the author, one commodity that continues to perform poorly in the market is gold since its price continue to decline during the month.

The article reports that Asian copper trading at the London Metal Exchange posted a decline on October 19, 2011, Asian time. Trading values declined despite progress in the resolution of the European debt crisis, mainly because of weak economic data. Reports that France and Germany have also agreed to increase the amount of the European Financial Stability Facility to over two trillion euros improved global stocks standings.

The article reports that copper premiums for annual supply contracts are expected to remain unchanged in 2012. This outlook was formed following news that Corporacion Nacional del Cobre de Chile (Codelco) plans to keep premiums for European customers level. According to Diego Hernández, chief executive officer of Codelco, the 2012 copper benchmark premium in Europe will probably stay at the 98 U.S. dollars per-tonne level agreed for 2011.

The article reports on the decision of European copper producer KGHM Polska Miedz to sign up to Brady's raw materials trading and risk management technology to manage its raw materials purchasing activities.

The article reports on the decline in European copper premiums on August 10, 2011 as poor physical demand pressured sellers to accept lower prices. The trading of copper in Rotterdam warehouses was at a premium of 60-85 U.S. dollar per tonne on August 10, compared with 75-90 U.S. dollars per tonne previously. The article cites the increase in stocks in European warehouses to 36,600 tonnes on August 10 as overall inventories decreased to 464,625 tonnes.

The article reports on the 1.2% increase in copper price on the London Metal Exchange (LME) during Asian morning trading on August 8, 2011 amid a recovering market sentiment. Three-month copper peaked to 8,973 U.S. dollars per tonne, while aluminium rose by 0.4% and nickel gained 0.7% to 21,750 U.S. dollars per tonne. A Shanghai, China analyst explains that extended rebound in the U.S. and Europe stock markets has led to gradual recovery in market sentiment.

The article reports on the prediction of European copper producer Aurubis which indicates that there will be good treatment and refining charges over the succeeding months. The company predicts that the demand for copper products in Europe. Forecasts were made after long-term contracts helped boost copper to 75 U.S. dollars and 7.5 percent per pound as the spot market recovered. The company expects increased demand for copper in Europe and export markets.

The article presents updates on Asian metal trading on the London Metal Exchange (LME) as of June 2, 2011. Copper traded flatly along with the rest of the base metals complex in response to economic concerns for the U.S. and Europe. It is noted that LME nickel traded tightly within a range of just 100 U.S. dollars per tonne, from a high of 22,800 U.S. dollars to a low of 22,700 U.S. dollars.

The article reports on the 40-75 U.S. dollar per tonne increase in the copper premium in Europe on April 15, 2011. Three-month copper closed at 9,390/90.5 U.S. dollars per tonne on the London Metal Exchange (LME) in April 2011. Such increase led semi-fabricators to substitute cathode with high grade scrap. The buying attitude of customers toward copper and scrap is also described.

The article reports on the decision of copper tube maker Wolverine Tube Inc. to seek a buyer for its Netherlands-based Wolverine Tube Europe BV sales and distribution entity. The move is part of Wolverine's efforts to pay off debts and exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, under a memorandum of understanding (MOU) it signed with Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. (PBGC), one of its creditors. It provides an overview of the terms of the MOU. The company attributes its bankruptcy to volatile copper prices and declining sales revenue.

The article reports on the decreased in copper premiums in Europe by at least 20 U.S. dollars per ton in March 2011. The primary reasons for this trend were the increased availability of copper scrap and the weak demand in the region. According to the author, the free market premium for copper in the European marketplace has reached around 30 to 65 U.S. dollars per ton.

The article reports a drop in copper premiums in Europe in January 2011 in response to a decline in demand and an increase in stocks. The publication's European free market copper premium fell to 50 U.S. dollars to 95 U.S. dollars per tonne from 70 U.S. dollars to 100 U.S. dollars per tonne previously. The reassessment of the tightness of material in the market by market participants has resulted in low business activity.

The article reports on the gains made by copper during pre-market trading on the London Metal Exchange on January 5, 2011, breaching the 9,600-dollar per-tonne barrier again. A stronger macro sentiment in the absence of any significantly disruptive data in Europe and Asia reportedly lifted the red metal. The three-month copper contract is also trading at 9,625 dollars per tonne, and this compares with its opening price of 9,645 dollars per tonne. However, a drop in copper demand in Asia has been also reported.

The article reports on the interest of international mining firms and metals companies in equity issuances in the European market in November 2010. Global mining firm Vedanta Resources launched an initial public offering (IPO) of its copper business in Zambia for a minimum of 1.1 billion eurodollars. Another company that issued an offer was Nrystar for its fund growth which amounted to 500 million euros.

The article reports that European buyers increased their presence in the high-grade copper scrap market after its raised intake of U.S. material by more than 10 percent in September 2010. A total of 2,064 short tons of high-grade copper scrap were purchased by buyers from Europe. Meanwhile, U.S. exports to China rose by 6.6 percent to 28,350 tons.

The author comments on the trading of copper on the London Metal Exchange in England in October 2010. She considers the possible constraints on copper supply and the lack of new projects. She mentions the decision of Codelco to increase its premiums for 2011 to clients in Europe. She describes the economies of countries in Europe.

The article reports on the decline of copper in early Asian trading on the London Metal Exchange (LME) on September 21, 2010. Copper dropped in response to concerns about more property industry curbs in the debt problem of China and Europe. A broker based in Shanghai, China claimed that there was a resurgence of concerns about European debt after Moody's decided to reduce the credit rating of Ireland on September 20, 2010. January copper also dropped on the Shanghai Futures Exchange by 0.4 percent.

The article offers a look at the factors that have affected the metal markets as of July 19, 2010. Copper prices stand at 7,070 U.S. dollars per tonne. There was a muted market reaction to the European bank stress test whose results were less stringent than what the markets were preparing for. The euro is slightly stronger and is trading above 1.29 U.S. dollars.