Copper fell to 5.09 USD/Lbs on July 3, 2025, down 1.08% from the previous day. Over the past month, Copper's price has risen 4.45%, and is up 11.61% 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 July of 2025.

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

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**:

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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. 
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    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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Graph and download economic data for Global price of Copper (PCOPPUSDM) from Jan 1990 to May 2025 about copper, World, metals, and price.

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.

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.

Graph and download economic data for Global price of Copper (PCOPPUSDQ) from Q1 1990 to Q1 2025 about copper, World, metals, and price.

Zambia Commodity Prices: Copper data was reported at 6,222.440 USD/Tonne in Oct 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 6,074.270 USD/Tonne for Sep 2018. Zambia Commodity Prices: Copper data is updated monthly, averaging 6,341.039 USD/Tonne from Jan 2013 (Median) to Oct 2018, with 70 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8,070.559 USD/Tonne in Feb 2013 and a record low of 4,471.250 USD/Tonne in Jan 2016. Zambia Commodity Prices: Copper data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Zambia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Zambia – Table ZM.P001: Commodity Price.

Get the latest insights on price movement and trend analysis of Copper in different regions across the world (Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East Africa).

Aluminum fell to 2,619.90 USD/T on July 3, 2025, down 0.13% from the previous day. Over the past month, Aluminum's price has risen 5.23%, and is up 3.86% 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 July of 2025.

CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Nanjing data was reported at 47,080.000 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: Nanjing data is updated monthly, averaging 41,690.000 RMB/Ton from Dec 1995 (Median) to Nov 2019, with 281 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 72,275.000 RMB/Ton in Mar 2011 and a record low of 15,800.000 RMB/Ton in Mar 2002. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Nanjing 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.

Cobalt traded flat at 33,335 USD/T on June 26, 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 July of 2025.

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.

LME Index fell to 4,255.20 Index Points on July 3, 2025, down 0.40% from the previous day. Over the past month, LME Index's price has risen 3.60%, and is up 0.53% 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 July of 2025.

Lead fell to 2,066.70 USD/T on July 4, 2025, down 0.06% from the previous day. Over the past month, Lead's price has risen 4.12%, but it is still 7.61% 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 July of 2025.

CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Chengdu data was reported at 48,200.000 RMB/Ton in Nov 2019. This records a decrease from the previous number of 48,500.000 RMB/Ton for Oct 2019. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Chengdu data is updated monthly, averaging 43,500.000 RMB/Ton from Dec 1995 (Median) to Nov 2019, with 280 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 78,166.670 RMB/Ton in May 2006 and a record low of 14,800.000 RMB/Ton in Feb 1999. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Chengdu 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.

Iron Ore rose to 96.24 USD/T on July 3, 2025, up 1.17% from the previous day. Over the past month, Iron Ore's price has risen 0.99%, but it is still 14.88% lower than a year ago, 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 July of 2025.

CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Taiyuan data was reported at 47,050.000 RMB/Ton in Nov 2019. This records a decrease from the previous number of 47,380.000 RMB/Ton for Oct 2019. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Taiyuan data is updated monthly, averaging 45,870.000 RMB/Ton from Dec 1995 (Median) to Nov 2019, with 259 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 72,000.000 RMB/Ton in Mar 2011 and a record low of 14,340.000 RMB/Ton in Mar 2002. CN: Transaction Price: Electrolyse Copper, No 1: Taiyuan 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.

Lithium rose to 62,300 CNY/T on July 4, 2025, up 0.32% from the previous day. Over the past month, Lithium's price has risen 3.49%, but it is still 31.91% lower than a year ago, 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 July of 2025.

Titanium traded flat at 50.50 CNY/KG on June 27, 2025. Over the past month, Titanium's price has remained flat, but it is still 2.02% higher than a year ago, 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.