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Copper is one of the most commonly used of the base metals, and when in high demand, copper is a reliable indicator of our economic health. But its importance isn’t confined to electrical wires and thermal conductors.
Copper also plays a vital role in the rise of renewable energies and the production of electric vehicles, helping us transition to a low-carbon economy.
Our team of experts provides global and local data-driven insights, prices, forecasts and market news to help you make sense of the forces influencing the copper market. Our expert analysis provides critical insights to help you predict future trends for win-win outcomes in your contract negotiations.Inquire about our copper market analysis and price data
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As copper prices reach record highs and analysts warn of ‘unsustainable deficits’, we explore the key trends shaping the copper market:
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While domestic copper demand has remained low, US exports of copper scrap continued to grow in 2022, rising 1.54% over 2021 levels, according to US International Trade Commission data
German multi-metal recycling giant Aurubis began construction of its bleed treatment plant in Olen, Belgium, the company said on Tuesday March 7
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European copper premiums continued to respond to the unprecedented increase in long-term contract levels in the week to Tuesday February 7, while those in China faced downward pressure due to limited buying and there was no movement in the US
Copper market participants have told Fastmarkets that European demand for the red metal in 2023 is “not all doom and gloom,” although the market will face problems
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