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Copper is the second most liquid metal futures contract at CME Group. Given its role in the world economy, traders watch Copper for signs of economic health. In wake of recent market moves, Copper options volume is growing dramatically at CME Group:

  • Bid-offer spreads are narrowing
  • Depth of book is improving
  • ADV up from less than 200 contracts to nearly 1,500 contracts a day.
  • Open interest has surpassed 24,000 contracts

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