Rubber prices fall to 2-month low on concerns over Chinese demand
TOKYO -- International natural-rubber prices have hit lows not seen in more than two months, pushed down by easing supply concerns coupled with uncertainties over Chinese demand.
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TOKYO -- International natural-rubber prices have hit lows not seen in more than two months, pushed down by easing supply concerns coupled with uncertainties over Chinese demand.
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