Copper futures for April traded higher by 65 paise, or 0.16%, to Rs 413.30 per kg in 4,814 lots. At the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), the June contract edged up by 50 paise, or 0.12%, to Rs 419.05 per kg in 334 lots. Increased domestic demand from consuming industries had a positive impact. Firming trends overseas as prices became more attractive to end users following yesterday's slump supported the trade. Easing fears about a controversial bailout for Cyprus also influenced copper futures trade here. On the London Metal Exchange (LME), the three months' contract rose 0.3% to $7,600 a tonne.

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