Copper rose to 5.03 USD/Lbs on October 20, 2025, up 1.39% from the previous day. Over the past month, Copper's price has risen 9.50%, and is up 16.31% 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.

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**. 
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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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Learn about the factors that affect copper prices, such as supply and demand dynamics, economic conditions, and geopolitical events. Discover the outlook for the copper market, including global economic recovery, the transition to renewable energy, supply constraints, and China's role. Understand the volatility of copper prices and the importance of staying updated on market trends.

In June 2025, 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.

Graph and download economic data for Global price of Copper (PCOPPUSDQ) from Q1 1990 to Q2 2025 about copper, metals, World, and price.

In 2021, the average annual market price of copper peaked at ***** U.S. dollars per metric ton, before slightly decreasing in 2022 and 2023, when its average price was ***** 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 ************ metric tons of copper. Following China was Europe, with a total demand of just over *********** 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 *** U.S. cents per pound. The average Comex price in 2022 was estimated to be about *** U.S. cents per pound.

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

Learn about the importance of scrap metal recycling, how prices are determined based on grade and condition, and current prices for steel, aluminum, copper, brass, zinc, and lead. Get tips on how to ensure you get a fair price for your scrap metal and contribute to environmental sustainability.

View monthly updates and historical trends for Copper Price. Source: World Bank. Track economic data with YCharts analytics.

Explore how copper pricing on the London Metal Exchange (LME) impacts various industries and what factors cause its volatility. Learn how geopolitical situations, supply-demand dynamics, and green technology shifts influence copper prices per pound, and why it's termed 'Dr. Copper' for predicting economic trends.

The average annual Comex price of copper in 2022 amounted to *** U.S. cents per pound, a slight decrease compared to the previous year. The preliminary figure for the 2023 Comex copper price was *** U.S. cents per pound.

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).

The Comex copper price per pound is a vital indicator of the global copper market. Learn about the factors affecting the price and the importance of Comex copper price for market participants.

Graph and download economic data for Wholesale Price of Copper Wire for New York (Q04178US000NYQ267NNBR) from Q1 1890 to Q4 1924 about copper, wired, wholesale, metals, NY, price, and USA.

Explore the critical role of LME copper prices per pound in global commodities markets, its influence from economic trends, supply-demand dynamics, geopolitical events, and technological advancements. Understand the volatility, investment, and hedging strategies that shape copper's pivotal impact on industries like construction, electronics, and transportation.

The average price per one pound of copper realized by Barrick Gold Corporation stood at 3.85 U.S. dollars in 2023. Barrick Gold Corporation is a Canada-based mining company and one of the top gold producers worldwide.

The copper price on the London Metal Exchange (LME) stood at an average of *** U.S. cents per pound in 2024. This figure represents an increase of about nine percent in comparison to the previous year and the highest figure during the period under consideration.

Explore the varying local price of copper per pound and understand the influencing factors like market demand, geopolitical issues, and economic conditions. Access real-time quotes through major commodity exchanges or recycling centers.

This statistic depicts the average annual prices for copper from 2014 through 2026*. In 2024, the average price for copper stood at 9,142 nominal U.S. dollars per metric ton.

Chile Commodity Prices: Avg: BML Refined Copper data was reported at 4.414 USD/lb in Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 4.232 USD/lb for Feb 2025. Chile Commodity Prices: Avg: BML Refined Copper data is updated monthly, averaging 0.773 USD/lb from Jan 1948 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 927 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 4.644 USD/lb in Mar 2022 and a record low of 0.275 USD/lb in Jan 1961. Chile Commodity Prices: Avg: BML Refined Copper data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Bank of Chile. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Chile – Table CL.P002: Average Price: Metals: Monthly.