Zinc futures prices today firmed up by 0.49% to Rs 101.65 per kg amid a positive global trend and better domestic demand, as speculators created positions.

Lead futures prices today gained 0.40%, to Rs 112.95 per kg on rising demand nin spot markets and positive cues from global markets.

Nickel prices moved up by 0.43% to Rs 833.70 per kg in futures market today as speculators enlarged their positions taking cues from a firming trend in spot markets.

Copper prices rose by 0.54% to Rs 411.90 per kg in futures trade today on a firm global trend and increased domestic demand.

Copper prices moved up by 0.15% to Rs 409.60 per kg in futures trade today as speculators created fresh positions on firm global cues.

The dollar extended losses against the euro as foreign exchange traders let up on expectations Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke would hint at cutting back on US bond purchases.

The commodity futures market regulator is considering allowing evening trading in agri commodities. At present, non-agri commodities like metals, bullion and energy products are traded in the evening session.

Tracking a weak global trend, copper prices fell by Rs 3.70, or 0.90%, to Rs 406 per kg in futures trade today as speculators offloaded positions.

Lead prices dropped by 0.81% to Rs 110.05 per kg in futures trade today due to sluggish demand from battery-makers.

Gold futures declined for the seventh consecutive session, as the dollar index jumped to near 3-year highs and US data raised optimism about the economic recovery.

Zinc futures prices today edged up by 0.25% to Rs 99.70 per kg after speculators enlarged positions amid a firm trend at domestic spot markets.

Nickel prices moved up by 0.32% to Rs 817.60 per kg in futures market today as speculators enlarged their positions, tracking a firming trend in spot market on increased demand from alloy-makers but a weak trend overseas, restricted gains.