Zinc prices were up by 0.54 per cent to Rs 205.30 per kg in futures market today as participants enlarged positions, tracking a firm trend at spot market.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, zinc for delivery in May
rose by Rs 1.10, or 0.54 per cent to Rs 205.30 per kg in business turnover of 789 lots.
Likewise, the metal for delivery in June contract was up by Rs 1.05, or 0.51 per cent to Rs 205.65 per kg in 8 lots.
Analysts said expanding of positions by traders backed by rising demand from consuming industries in the physical market, led to the rise in zinc prices at futures trade.
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