In the base metals market, price fluctuations are not severe and the price of copper per ton on the London Stock Exchange stands at $13,750.
The price of zinc, aluminum and lead is $3,750, $3,060 and $1,880, respectively.
The volatility of the value of the dollar against the euro and the pound is small, and the weekly performance of the dollar index is positive.
China's business situation has been very positive so far this year, but some major challenges remain.
Investors should consider the possibility that the base metals market will not prosper.