Copper fell to 4.53 USD/Lbs on September 11, 2025, down 0.21% from the previous day. Over the past month, Copper's price has risen 1.05%, and is up 9.34% 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 September of 2025.

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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.

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.

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Copper prices in , August, 2025 For that commodity indicator, we provide data from January 1960 to August 2025. The average value during that period was 3360.62 USD per metric ton with a minimum of 606.71 USD per metric ton in January 1961 and a maximum of 10230.89 USD per metric ton in March 2022. | TheGlobalEconomy.com

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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.

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Aluminum rose to 2,666.05 USD/T on September 11, 2025, up 1.44% from the previous day. Over the past month, Aluminum's price has risen 1.44%, and is up 10.37% 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 September 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.

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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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LME Index rose to 4,275.30 Index Points on September 10, 2025, up 0.90% from the previous day. Over the past month, LME Index's price has risen 2.30%, and is up 9.03% 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 September of 2025.

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.

Nickel rose to 15,218 USD/T on September 11, 2025, up 0.32% from the previous day. Over the past month, Nickel's price has fallen 0.92%, and is down 5.69% 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 September of 2025.

Cobalt traded flat at 33,335 USD/T on September 4, 2025. Over the past month, Cobalt's price has remained flat, but it is still 37.18% 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 September of 2025.

Lead rose to 1,994.93 USD/T on September 11, 2025, up 0.36% from the previous day. Over the past month, Lead's price has fallen 1.01%, and is down 1.58% 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 September of 2025.

The annual producer price index of copper scrap in the United States averaged ***** in 2023, with 1982 used as the base year (1982 = 100). This represented a slight decrease in comparison to the previous year, down from a price index of *****. Despite the decline, figures remain above pre-pandemic levels, with a growth of roughly ** percent in comparison to 2019.

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The Chinese copper market rose rapidly to $47.1B in 2024, with an increase of 10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption decreased by -3.1% against 2022 indices.