Copper: The profit-taking pressure failed to close above $3050. If the short-term fails to effectively exceed $3055, the market is expected to face an adjustment. Lead: Keep trading light throughout the day and stay on the sidelines. Tin: Trading is light throughout the day and is expected to decline in the short-term. Nickel: Trading was light, but it was slightly higher due to short covering. Date: 2005-1-18