Processors need to buy copper and have it delivered now to avoid additional transport charges during the holiday.

Copper rose because traders are expecting consumption to increase after the week-long holiday.

The lives of infected children are completely dependent on social welfare and support.

The strikes and good economic indicators from China are supporting this round of the rally. The positive aspects of fundamentals are attracting more hedge funds, pension funds into metals and other commodities.

China's copper consumption could be healthier than expected.

Global funds are increasing holdings of a basket of metals. Copper supply and demand fundamentals haven't changed.