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Is $5/lb Copper the New Normal?
- Copper has crossed the $5-per-pound threshold, prompting some analysts to predict a rise to over $6.80 per pound by next year due to demand and supply issues.
- Some analysts predict that copper prices could exceed $6.80 per pound by next year, driven by high consumption in renewable energy and construction.
- In 2022, copper production was about 22 million metric tons, while demand reached 26 million metric tons, indicating a supply shortfall.
- Rising copper prices have led to construction delays and increased theft of copper wiring, costing builders significantly.
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Is $5/lb Copper the New Normal?
Sea Change in Copper Prices Has Big Implications for the Construction Industry
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The $5 Copper Shock: The 4 Forces Pushing Copper to Record Highs Right Now
Here’s what you need to know right now… Copper’s price spike past $5: Tariff threats, U.S. hoarding, and Chile’s slump fuel a fierce price surge. A frantic global scramble: Asia ships out across the ocean, America pays a premium, and China restocks—squeezing supplies worldwide. Historic profit window: Past squeezes triggered 100%+ rallies; this new wave could be even more explosive. Copper prices just surged to generational highs. And if you lo…
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