Lead futures rise 1.24 pc on upsurge in demand

NEW DELHI, Nov 1:  Lead prices moved up by 1.24 per cent to Rs 139.20 per kg in futures trading today as traders raised their bets on the back of upsurge in demand from battery-makers in the spot market.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, lead for delivery in December rose by Rs 1.70, or 1.24 per cent to Rs 139.20 per kg in a business turnover of 43 lots.
Also, the metal for delivery in November traded higher by Rs 1.45, or 1.06 per cent to Rs 138.50 per kg in 1,327 lots. (PTI)