[Ferro-Alloys.com] In December 17, Federal Reserve has increased the interest rate by 25 basis points, the first hike since June 2006, which means that the world-largest economy officially steps on a road of rate increasing.

Nickel price in London Metal Exchange closed at $8770 in December 18, which would continue to let producers down. The low price continue, it comes in many blends, but there are three common factors: that the global economy recovers slowly, that the greenback is appreciating, and that market surplus would continue to weigh on new balance.

• [Editor:Juan]