Copper fell to 5.07 USD/Lbs on June 27, 2025, down 0.04% from the previous day. Over the past month, Copper's price has risen 8.79%, and is up 15.40% compared to the same time last year, 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 June of 2025.

Interactive chart of historical daily COMEX copper prices back to 1971. The price shown is in U.S. Dollars per pound.

In November 2024, the average monthly price for copper stood at over ***** U.S. dollars per metric ton. This is down from a monthly high exceeding ****** U.S. dollars in March 2024, which was among the highest monthly values observed in the past decade.

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**.

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    #### **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.

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    #### **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.

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This statistic depicts the average annual prices for copper from 2014 through 2026*. In 2023, the average price for copper stood at 8,490 nominal U.S. dollars per metric ton.

In 2021, the average annual market price of copper peaked at 9,322 U.S. dollars per metric ton, before slightly decreasing in 2022 and 2023, when its average price was 8,478 U.S. dollars. Copper consumption Copper is a base metal that has a wide variety of uses, which makes it an important commodity. Equipment production generally accounts on average for one third of copper consumption, making it the largest global end use of copper. The country with the highest demand for copper as of 2022 was China, with a demand amounting to nearly nine million metric tons of copper. Following China was Europe, with a total demand of just over two million metric tons. Copper market prices The London Metal Exchange and Comex both provide market prices for copper. In 2023, the copper price for the London Metal Exchange was about 390 U.S. cents per pound. The average Comex price in 2022 was estimated to be about 400 U.S. cents per pound.

In 2022, the Nigerien copper market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, consumption saw a significant increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The Philippine copper market dropped to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -5.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Copper consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

The Kenyan copper market reduced slightly to $X in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a strong expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

NCDEX: Spot Price: Copper: Mumbai: Second Session data was reported at 855.750 INR/kg in 16 May 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 855.500 INR/kg for 15 May 2025. NCDEX: Spot Price: Copper: Mumbai: Second Session data is updated daily, averaging 800.100 INR/kg from Jun 2023 (Median) to 16 May 2025, with 477 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 936.300 INR/kg in 21 May 2024 and a record low of 692.400 INR/kg in 23 Oct 2023. NCDEX: Spot Price: Copper: Mumbai: Second Session data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Limited. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Price – Table IN.PB001: Commodities Spot Price: National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Limited.

The global copper tubes market is projected to reach a value of Mn by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.38% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2033. The increasing demand for copper tubes in the plumbing, HVACR, and industrial sectors is driving the market growth. Copper tubes are preferred for various applications due to their excellent corrosion resistance, thermal conductivity, and malleability. The rising construction activities worldwide, particularly in developing economies, are expected to further augment the demand for copper tubes. Key market trends include the increasing shift towards sustainable construction practices, driving the demand for energy-efficient piping systems, and the adoption of copper tubes in renewable energy applications, such as solar thermal systems and heat pumps. Additionally, advancements in tube manufacturing technologies, such as continuous casting and extrusion, are contributing to reduced production costs and improved product quality. However, factors such as price volatility of copper and competition from alternative materials, such as plastic and aluminum tubes, may pose challenges to the market growth. Recent developments include: January 2021: In January 2021, Kobe Steel's subsidiary, Kobelco & Materials Copper, achieved JIS Certification for JIS H3300 copper and copper alloy pipes and tubes., July 2019: In July 2019, Brass and Copper Holdings, Inc. and the Wieland Group unveiled their merger plans, aiming to provide a comprehensive range of copper products, including tubes, pipes, wire, and more., In March 2024, the Adani Group, a conglomerate involved in coal and airports, announced its expansion into India's metals sector. They commenced operations at their first copper facility located in Mundra, Gujarat. Adani Enterprises, the company that operates the copper industry, aims to compete with Hindalco Industries, which is supported by KM Birla, by having a capacity of 0.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) in the initial stage. Hindalco Industries is presently the sole prominent copper producer in India, following the shutdown of Vedanta's Sterlite Copper facility, which had a capacity of 400 kilo tonnes per annum (KTPA) in Tamil Nadu. Adani's initial production capacity of 0.5 million tonnes can assist address the shortfall in domestic production. The company announced its plans to establish a factory with a capacity of one million metric tons per annum (MTPA) in two stages. The first phase will require an investment of approximately $1.2 billion. The company is called Kutch Copper and functions as a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises. Adani's conglomerate currently operates in many sectors including power, ports, airports, data centers, food, coal mining, highways, city-gas, and cement. A significant number of these enterprises were first nurtured and developed within the corporate structure of Adani Enterprises.. Notable trends are: Growing applications in the HVAC and air conditioning systems and increasing demand in the medical sector are driving the market growth.

Lead fell to 2,044.63 USD/T on June 27, 2025, down 0.11% from the previous day. Over the past month, Lead's price has risen 2.85%, but it is still 8.07% lower than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Lead - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on June of 2025.

In 2022, the Ethiopian copper market decreased by -7.7% to $X, falling for the fifth consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, consumption saw a drastic downturn. Copper consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Serbia Average Retail Price: Agricultural Chemicals: Copper Sulphate data was reported at 1,692.370 RSD/kg in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,598.820 RSD/kg for 2016. Serbia Average Retail Price: Agricultural Chemicals: Copper Sulphate data is updated yearly, averaging 204.470 RSD/kg from Dec 1996 (Median) to 2017, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,692.370 RSD/kg in 2017 and a record low of 8.750 RSD/kg in 1996. Serbia Average Retail Price: Agricultural Chemicals: Copper Sulphate data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Serbia – Table RS.P001: Average Retail Prices.

Cobalt traded flat at 33,335 USD/T on June 19, 2025. Over the past month, Cobalt's price has fallen 1.08%, but it is still 22.78% higher than a year ago, 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 June of 2025.

The Egyptian copper market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, increasing by 45% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, faced a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Lithium rose to 61,150 CNY/T on June 27, 2025, up 0.91% from the previous day. Over the past month, Lithium's price has fallen 0.57%, and is down 33.17% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Lithium - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on June of 2025.

Titanium traded flat at 50.50 CNY/KG on June 20, 2025. Over the past month, Titanium's price has remained flat, and is unchanged compared to the same time last year, 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.

In 2022, the Moroccan copper market decreased by -0.2% to $X, falling for the fourth consecutive year after seven years of growth. In general, consumption, however, enjoyed a resilient expansion. Copper consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Copper Price in Thailand - 2023. Find the latest marketing data on the IndexBox platform.