Core Viewpoint - The London Metal Exchange reported a comprehensive decline in base metal prices on December 12, driven by policy uncertainty from the Federal Reserve and weak industrial demand expectations [1] Price Summary - Three-month copper closed at $11,552.50 per ton, down $319.50, a decrease of 2.69% from the previous trading day [1] - Three-month aluminum closed at $2,875.00 per ton, down $25.00, a decrease of 0.86% [1] - Three-month nickel closed at $14,620.00 per ton, down $6.00, a decrease of 0.04% [1] - Three-month lead closed at $1,966.00 per ton, down $22.50, a decrease of 1.13% [1] - Three-month tin closed at $41,125.00 per ton, down $626.00, a decrease of 1.50% [1] - Three-month zinc closed at $3,139.00 per ton, down $64.50, a decrease of 2.01% [1] Market Dynamics - The decline in metal prices is attributed to reduced risk appetite and decreased capital allocation to commodities, influenced by the Federal Reserve's forward guidance and profit-taking after recent strong price increases [1]