The U.S. economy added 177,000 jobs in April, exceeding expectations, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%. The data helped to assuage concerns of a economic slowdown following a Commerce Department report, showing a contraction in U.S. gross domestic product for the first time in three years, weighed down by a tariff-induced flood of imports.
Commodity upcycle: Why copper and aluminium could explode in coming quarters. Should Indians invest?
As the precious metals rally matures, market attention is shifting towards industrial commodities like copper and aluminium. Analysts believe structural supply shortages, booming AI and
May 28, 2026