MARKET TALK: LME Copper Dn In Range Trading; Eyes Options

LME 3-month copper last at $7,110/ton, down $65 on London PM kerb in narrow range trading ahead of options declaration Wednesday, says trader at major Japanese house. Adds, metals conference in China reducing volumes on Shanghai copper, dulling interest in LME copper. Tips more range trading in London. LME aluminum yet to trade in Asia; last at $2,835.50/ton, down $5.50 on London PM kerb.