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China's "stimulus" does not justify higher metals prices

The prices of metals and ores, particularly iron, have been boosted over the past few days by reports that China has approved a large number of infrastructure projects. However, a closer look confirms our initial suspicion that these announcements do not amount to a fresh stimulus.

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