Copper fell to 4.96 USD/Lbs on October 21, 2025, down 0.97% from the previous day. Over the past month, Copper's price has risen 8.18%, and is up 14.07% 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 October of 2025.

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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.

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    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.

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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.

    #### **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**.

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CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Fuzhou data was reported at 47,300.000 RMB/Ton in Nov 2019. This records a decrease from the previous number of 47,600.000 RMB/Ton for Oct 2019. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Fuzhou data is updated monthly, averaging 24,250.000 RMB/Ton from Dec 1995 (Median) to Nov 2019, with 164 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 54,990.000 RMB/Ton in Dec 2017 and a record low of 16,000.000 RMB/Ton in Apr 2002. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Fuzhou data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Price Monitoring Center, NDRC. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Price – Table CN.PG: Copper Price.

Discover how to access real-time London Metal Exchange (LME) copper prices and understand their economic significance. Learn why copper's market price is a key economic indicator and how it influences sectors such as manufacturing and construction. Stay informed on price trends for strategic decision-making in investment, procurement, or research.

LME Index rose to 4,515.40 Index Points on October 20, 2025, up 0.67% from the previous day. Over the past month, LME Index's price has risen 5.68%, and is up 8.29% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. LME Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.

Annual copper prices (1900-2015). Refined Constant Copper prices (2012=100) quoted in the London Metal Exchange at U.S. Dollar per pound (USD cents/lb). Values between 1900 and 1935 were acquired from the World Bank at constant prices (1985=100) (Takeuchi et al., 1987). Values updated to 2010 based on the U.S. Producer Price Index for All Commodities, Index 1982=100, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted published by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED, 2017). Values between 1935 and 2015 were acquired from Chilean Copper Corporation (Cochilco) (Cochilco, 2017). Constant prices (2012=100). Deflator: U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI, all Commodities).

CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Tianjin data was reported at 47,050.000 RMB/Ton in Nov 2019. This stayed constant from the previous number of 47,050.000 RMB/Ton for Oct 2019. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Tianjin data is updated monthly, averaging 42,425.000 RMB/Ton from Jan 1997 (Median) to Nov 2019, with 252 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 75,400.000 RMB/Ton in May 2011 and a record low of 15,000.000 RMB/Ton in May 1999. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Tianjin data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Price Monitoring Center, NDRC. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Price – Table CN.PG: Copper Price.

Explore the dynamics of LME copper trading, influenced by global demand, geopolitical events, and green technology trends. Discover how real-time copper prices provide insights into economic conditions and impact investment strategies on the influential London Metal Exchange.

Nickel fell to 15,169.75 USD/T on October 22, 2025, down 0.10% from the previous day. Over the past month, Nickel's price has fallen 1.11%, and is down 6.77% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Nickel - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.

CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Changsha data was reported at 47,090.000 RMB/Ton in Nov 2019. This records a decrease from the previous number of 47,440.000 RMB/Ton for Oct 2019. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Changsha data is updated monthly, averaging 41,955.000 RMB/Ton from Dec 1995 (Median) to Nov 2019, with 279 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 74,150.000 RMB/Ton in Feb 2011 and a record low of 15,500.000 RMB/Ton in Aug 2002. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Changsha data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Price Monitoring Center, NDRC. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Price – Table CN.PG: Copper Price.

CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Guangzhou data was reported at 46,920.000 RMB/Ton in Nov 2019. This records a decrease from the previous number of 47,300.000 RMB/Ton for Oct 2019. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Guangzhou data is updated monthly, averaging 41,862.500 RMB/Ton from Dec 1995 (Median) to Nov 2019, with 270 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 76,866.670 RMB/Ton in May 2006 and a record low of 14,500.000 RMB/Ton in Dec 2001. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Guangzhou data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Price Monitoring Center, NDRC. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Price – Table CN.PG: Copper Price.

Aluminum rose to 2,781.20 USD/T on October 21, 2025, up 0.27% from the previous day. Over the past month, Aluminum's price has risen 4.94%, and is up 5.39% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Aluminum - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.

Cobalt traded flat at 42,725 USD/T on October 16, 2025. Over the past month, Cobalt's price has risen 28.17%, and is up 75.82% compared to the same time last year, 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 October of 2025.

Iron Ore rose to 105.53 USD/T on October 21, 2025, up 0.03% from the previous day. Over the past month, Iron Ore's price has risen 0.04%, and is up 0.56% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Iron Ore - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.

CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Dalian data was reported at 54,100.000 RMB/Ton in Nov 2019. This records an increase from the previous number of 53,500.000 RMB/Ton for Oct 2019. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Dalian data is updated monthly, averaging 43,750.000 RMB/Ton from Dec 1995 (Median) to Nov 2019, with 276 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 75,000.000 RMB/Ton in Feb 2011 and a record low of 15,600.000 RMB/Ton in Dec 2002. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Dalian data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Price Monitoring Center, NDRC. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Price – Table CN.PG: Copper Price.

Zinc rose to 2,985.20 USD/T on October 21, 2025, up 0.45% from the previous day. Over the past month, Zinc's price has risen 2.88%, but it is still 5.17% lower than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Zinc - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on October of 2025.

Lead rose to 1,993.03 USD/T on October 21, 2025, up 0.16% from the previous day. Over the past month, Lead's price has fallen 0.45%, and is down 4.18% compared to the same time last year, 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 October of 2025.