Chinese retail traders are flocking to industrial metals, boosting futures volumes in aluminum, copper, nickel, and tin. Concerns arise over speculation driving prices over fundamentals. Shanghai Futures Exchange sees massive surge in trading activity. Nickel and tin contracts lead rally, signaling retail speculation dominating flows. Exchanges intervene with margin hikes to curb excessive leverage. Silver experiences historic rally, prompting mixed views on market outlook. People’s Bank of China increases gold reserves as global capital diversifies from traditional assets. Retail-driven surge in metals trading reflects broader macroeconomic shifts and reassessment of investment portfolios. Volatility expected to persist amidst retail speculation and macro signals.

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