About This Dataset: Copper Prices and Market Trends

    This dataset provides **insights into copper prices**, including current rates, historical trends, and key factors affecting price fluctuations. Copper is essential in **construction**, **electronics**, and **transportation** industries. Investors, traders, and analysts use accurate copper price data to guide decisions related to **trading**, **futures**, and **commodity investments**.

    ### **Key Features of the Dataset**

    #### **Live Market Data and Updates**
    Stay updated with the latest **copper price per pound** in USD. This data is sourced from exchanges like the **London Metal Exchange (LME)** and **COMEX**. Price fluctuations result from **global supply-demand shifts**, currency changes, and geopolitical factors.

    #### **Interactive Copper Price Charts**
    Explore **dynamic charts** showcasing real-time and historical price movements. These compare copper with **gold**, **silver**, and **aluminium**, offering insights into **market trends** and inter-metal correlations.

    ### **Factors Driving Copper Prices**

    #### **1. Supply and Demand Dynamics**
    Global copper supply is driven by mining activities in regions like **Peru**, **China**, and the **United States**. Disruptions in production or policy changes can cause **supply shocks**. On the demand side, **industrial growth** in countries like **India** and **China** sustains demand for copper.

    #### **2. Economic and Industry Trends**
    Copper prices often reflect **economic trends**. The push for **renewable energy** and **electric vehicles** has boosted long-term demand. Conversely, economic downturns and **inflation** can reduce demand, lowering prices.

    #### **3. Impact of Currency and Trade Policies**
    As a globally traded commodity, copper prices are influenced by **currency fluctuations** and **tariff policies**. A strong **US dollar** typically suppresses copper prices by increasing costs for international buyers. Trade tensions can also disrupt **commodity markets**.

    ### **Applications and Benefits**

    This dataset supports **commodity investors**, **traders**, and **industry professionals**:

    - **Investors** forecast price trends and manage **investment risks**. 
    - **Analysts** perform **market research** using price data to assess **copper futures**. 
    - **Manufacturers** optimize supply chains and **cost forecasts**.

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    ### **Copper Price Comparisons with Other Metals**

    Copper prices often correlate with those of **industrial** and **precious metals**:

    - **Gold** and **silver** are sensitive to **inflation** and currency shifts. 
    - **Iron ore** and **aluminium** reflect changes in **global demand** within construction and manufacturing sectors.

    These correlations help traders develop **hedging strategies** and **investment models**.

    ### **Data Variables and Availability**

    Key metrics include:

    - **Copper Price Per Pound:** The current market price in USD. 
    - **Copper Futures Price:** Data from **COMEX** futures contracts. 
    - **Historical Price Trends:** Long-term movements, updated regularly. 

    Data is available in **CSV** and **JSON** formats, enabling integration with analytical tools and platforms.

    ### **Conclusion**

    Copper price data is crucial for **monitoring global commodity markets**. From **mining** to **investment strategies**, copper impacts industries worldwide. Reliable data supports **risk management**, **planning**, and **economic forecasting**.

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Explore the factors influencing copper prices, including global demand and supply, currency strength, technological advancements, and government policies. Understand how these elements impact industries relying on copper for their operations and get insights into market dynamics for informed investment decisions.

Copper increased 1.13 USd/LB or 28.38% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Copper - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

Explore the various factors affecting the price of copper, including demand from industrializing countries, supply disruptions, global economic conditions, and exchange rates. Understand how these dynamics influence its spot price and the role of technological advancements in renewable energy and EVs on future trends.

Explore the dynamic factors influencing copper prices, including supply and demand, market speculation, and global economic conditions. Understand copper's role as an economic indicator and its impact on industries such as construction, manufacturing, and renewable energy. Discover how historical volatility, supply disruptions, and future demand scenarios shape the market.

Chile Average Price: Gold data was reported at 1,249.887 USD/Troy oz in Dec 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,221.275 USD/Troy oz for Nov 2018. Chile Average Price: Gold data is updated monthly, averaging 400.616 USD/Troy oz from Jan 1978 (Median) to Dec 2018, with 492 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,780.648 USD/Troy oz in Sep 2011 and a record low of 173.200 USD/Troy oz in Jan 1978. Chile Average Price: Gold data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Chilean Copper Commission. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Chile – Table CL.P001: Metal Prices.

Titanium increased 3.50 CNY/KG or 7.87% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Titanium.

Chile Average Price: Silver: COMEX data was reported at 33.786 USD/Troy oz in 20 Mar 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 33.975 USD/Troy oz for 19 Mar 2025. Chile Average Price: Silver: COMEX data is updated daily, averaging 21.240 USD/Troy oz from Jan 2005 (Median) to 20 Mar 2025, with 5090 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 48.580 USD/Troy oz in 29 Apr 2011 and a record low of 11.740 USD/Troy oz in 18 Mar 2020. Chile Average Price: Silver: COMEX data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Chilean Copper Commission. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Chile – Table CL.P001: Average Price: Metals. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

Chile Average Price: Silver: London Fix data was reported at 33.310 USD/Troy oz in 20 Mar 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 33.920 USD/Troy oz for 19 Mar 2025. Chile Average Price: Silver: London Fix data is updated daily, averaging 21.130 USD/Troy oz from Jan 2001 (Median) to 20 Mar 2025, with 6119 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 48.700 USD/Troy oz in 28 Apr 2011 and a record low of 12.010 USD/Troy oz in 19 Mar 2020. Chile Average Price: Silver: London Fix data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Chilean Copper Commission. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Chile – Table CL.P001: Average Price: Metals. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

Xstrata Frieda River Ltd (XFRL), a joint venture (JV) of PanAust Ltd (PAN), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guangdong Rising Assets Management Co. Ltd (GRAM) of China, and Highlands Pacific Ltd (HIG) is planning to undertake the Frieda River Copper-Gold Mining facility project in Papua New Guinea. The project involves the construction of a conventional floating process plant with a capacity of 40 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), producing 175,000 tonnes of copper and 250,000 ounces of gold, with an initial mine life of 17 years. It includes the construction of power station, tailings storage facility (TSF), production units, warehouses, a smelter unit, an administrative facility and related facilities, and the installation of machinery and safety and electrical systems. Earlier, the project was planned to be developed by the Glencore Xstrata Plc (GLEN) and HIG JV, however in August 2014, PAN acquired the GLEN's 80% share in the project.PAN completed a scoping study based on a 24 million TPA conventional open-pit and flotation operation producing a copper-gold concentrate for export to custom smelters.The scoping study assumed to have total mill feed sourced from the project's HIT deposit of 430 million metric tonnes grading 0.54% copper and 0.3 g/mt gold. It suggested the construction of power generation facility of 75MW Heavy Fuel Oil generating sets at Iniok River Port, power transmission line of 130km with 220kV, mine waste of Phu Kham model for waste management.PAN's proposed development is substantially smaller than that considered in an earlier XFRL feasibility study, which assumed production of 304,000TPA copper and 451,000 oz/y gold in concentrate during its first five years operation and a life-of-mine average of 204,000MTPA copper and 305,000 oz/y gold. Kramer Ausenco has been appointed as study and design consultant for the project. The scope of the project includes civil engineering, hydrology, hydraulic engineering, architectural services, electrical engineering, constructability, scheduling and cost estimation. EnviroGulf Consulting and Coffey Environment Australia have been appointed as environmental consultants.In October 2010, feasibility study commenced. In May 2015, GRAM took over the majority stake of 87.38% in PAN for US$923 and joined the project.Bank of China is to provide funding to complete the feasibility study and to the eventual construction of the project.PanAust has prepared a Frieda River Feasibility Study, which was delivered to HIG in May 2016.On June 24, 2016, Special Mining Lease (SML) application was submitted to the Mineral Resources Authority (MRA).In December 2016, HIG initiated a process to explore options to maximize the value of its 20% interest in the project including a potential sale. HIG appointed Cutfield Freeman & Co. as the advisor to assist in the process of sale.On December 20, 2016, the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the project was completed and was submitted to the Conservation and Environment Protection Authority (CEPA).On January 12, 2017, HIG received the independent technical review report on the feasibility study completed by PanAust in May 2016.In May 2017, PanAust announced the completion of a feasibility study addendum for the Project. Read More

Australia's copper mining industry is experiencing significant shifts, with Sandfire Resources Limited emerging as the leader among ASX-listed copper miners. With a market capitalization of around 5.35 billion Australian dollars in March 2025, Sandfire has taken the top spot following BHP's acquisition of former industry leader OZ Minerals in early 2023. Copper mining in Australia Australia has some of the largest reserves of copper in the world. The leading markets for copper exports from Australia can be found in Asia, with China being the largest Australian copper recipient by value. Since 2019, the production of copper from Australian mines has followed a downward trend, with production quantities only slightly increasing in 2023. Despite this, Australia could play an important role in meeting the rising global demand for this critical mineral. Australia's global mining presence Australia's significance in the global mining industry extends beyond copper. BHP Group Limited, a British-Australian mining giant, leads the metals and mining companies on the ASX with a market capitalization of over 206 billion Australian dollars. BHP's diverse portfolio, which includes coal, copper, and iron ore, contributed to its impressive revenue of around 55.7 billion U.S. dollars in fiscal year 2024. The mining industry's importance to Australia's economy is highlighted by its substantial value addition, exceeding 350 billion Australian dollars in fiscal year 2023, and its role as a major employer in the country.

The global metalized fiber market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing demand across diverse sectors. While precise market size figures for the base year (2025) are not provided, considering a reasonable market size of $500 million in 2025 and a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of, let's assume, 7% (a conservative estimate based on the growth of related fiber optic and advanced materials markets), the market is projected to reach approximately $780 million by 2033. This expansion is fueled by several key drivers: the growing adoption of metalized fibers in high-performance applications within the telecommunications and data center industries (requiring high bandwidth and signal integrity), the increasing need for advanced materials in medical devices and aerospace components, and the ongoing miniaturization of electronics. Furthermore, ongoing technological advancements in metal coating techniques and the development of new fiber types are contributing to improved performance characteristics, leading to wider adoption. However, market growth is not without its challenges. High production costs associated with certain metal coatings (like gold and silver) and the potential for environmental concerns related to the manufacturing process pose limitations. Despite these restraints, the long-term outlook remains positive, driven by the continuous pursuit of improved performance in critical applications. The market segmentation, with diverse fiber types (copper, nickel, gold, silver, and metal alloys) catering to various performance needs, and applications spanning medical, defense & aerospace, and telecommunications, ensures market diversification and resilience. Leading companies such as Fiberguide Industries, IVG Fiber, and Oz Optics are actively shaping market trends through innovation and expansion. The geographic distribution, with North America and Asia Pacific anticipated as key regions, further contributes to the dynamism of the market. This in-depth report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global metalized fiber market, projecting a market value exceeding $500 million by 2030. We delve into market dynamics, including production trends, key players, and emerging applications, offering invaluable insights for stakeholders across the value chain. This report is essential for businesses involved in fiber optics, telecommunications, medical device manufacturing, and aerospace engineering.

Australia's copper mining industry is experiencing significant shifts, with Sandfire Resources Limited emerging as the leader among ASX-listed copper miners. With a market capitalization of around 4.7 billion Australian dollars in December 2024, Sandfire has taken the top spot following BHP's acquisition of former industry leader OZ Minerals in early 2023. Copper mining in Australia Australia has some of the largest reserves of copper in the world. The leading markets for copper exports from Australia can be found in Asia, with China being the largest Australian copper recipient by value. Since 2019, the production of copper from Australian mines has followed a downward trend, with production quantities only slightly increasing in 2023. Despite this, Australia could play an important role in meeting the rising global demand for this critical mineral. Australia's global mining presence Australia's significance in the global mining industry extends beyond copper. BHP Group Limited, a British-Australian mining giant, leads the metals and mining companies on the ASX with a market capitalization of over 206 billion Australian dollars. BHP's diverse portfolio, which includes coal, copper, and iron ore, contributed to its impressive revenue of around 55.7 billion U.S. dollars in fiscal year 2024. The mining industry's importance to Australia's economy is highlighted by its substantial value addition, exceeding 350 billion Australian dollars in fiscal year 2023, and its role as a major employer in the country.

The annual average of London fix price for one ounce of silver in 2023 was 23.35 USD U.S. dollars. The global silver industry Silver is a soft, white, malleable metal that has the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of all metals. Silver is most commonly used to make coins, jewelry, and silverware. It is typically produced as a byproduct of copper, gold, lead, and zinc refining. The estimated global mine production of silver in 2023 was 26,000 metric tons. The leading country in silver production in 2023 was Mexico. In that year, Mexico produced about 6,400 metric tons of silver. Peru had the largest silver reserves worldwide, amounting to 110,000 metric tons as of 2023. Silver in the United States Silver exports from the United States have been fluctuating since 2008. In 2023, the United States exported about 80 metric tons of silver, a significant decrease from the 946 metric tons they exported in 2012. U.S. imports of silver for consumption, meanwhile, amounted to 4,700 metric tons in 2023.

Cobalt increased 9,310 USD/T or 38.31% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Cobalt - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

As of 2024, Peru had the world's largest silver reserves, at 140,000 metric tons. Australia had the second-largest silver reserves worldwide at that time, amounting to 94,000 metric tons. Global silver reserves amounted to a total of 640,000 metric tons in 2024. Global silver prices and uses In 2023, the average price of silver was 23.35 U.S. dollars per ounce. As a precious metal, silver is often used for currency as coins, as ornaments, in jewelry, and for silverware. It has the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal, which makes it extremely useful for certain industrial applications, such as electrical contacts and conductors as well as a catalyst in chemical reactions. Top silver producers in the world In 2024, the global mining industry produced an estimated 25,000 metric tons of silver. Only about 20 percent of silver is produced as primary production, mostly, it is collected as a by-product through the mining of other metals such as copper, lead, zinc, and gold. The leading silver producing countries include Mexico, Peru, and China. As the world's largest silver producing country, several of the world's largest silver mining companies are headquartered in Mexico. Mexico has large silver belts such as the Sierra Madre belt located within the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range. In Australia, much of its silver is sourced from galena, a silver-bearing lead mineral, hence, Cannington Mine, the largest silver and lead mine in the world, is located in Queensland.