Copper Considered “Essential” as U.S. Evaluates Supply Chain Threats
Copper Monthly Metal Index Update The Copper Monthly Metal Index (MMI) experienced a decline of 1.87% from July to August, which left it relatively stable. However, significant fluctuations were observed in copper prices from August to September, with both notable increases and decreases. USGS Lists Copper as a Key Mineral Although it narrowly avoided tariffs […]
Trump broadens availability of affordable ObamaCare copper plans for Americans
Trump’s New Healthcare Plan Offers Affordable Options President Donald Trump has recently taken significant steps to make healthcare more accessible and affordable for many Americans. On September 4th, his administration announced that the majority of people are now eligible to purchase what’s known as the “copper plan” through the Obamacare exchange. Previously, most Americans were […]
Chinese Copper Mining Company Alleged to Conceal Information in Large Zambia Toxic Spill
In February, a South African environmental services firm named Drizit was brought in to address a toxic waste spill from Chinese-owned copper mines in Zambia. On Friday, the company claimed that the mine’s operators were concealing the true scale of the environmental damage caused by the incident. The spill took place on February 18 at […]
Copper reaches a one-month high due to positive factory data from China and a weak dollar.
Copper Prices Hit Monthly Highs Copper prices rose to their highest level in over a month on Monday, driven by favorable manufacturing data from China, a major consumer, alongside a weaker dollar. The three-month copper contract on the London Metal Exchange experienced a slight dip of 0.2%, settling at $9,886 per metric tonne after peaking […]
The Reasons Behind the Surge and Fall of Copper Prices
Copper prices have recently seen a slight rise, increasing by 1.18% from July to August. It seems these prices are hovering just above the lows reached back in April. COMEX Copper Prices Drop After Tariff Surprise July turned out to be quite a tumultuous month for COMEX copper pricing. The unexpected decision from the White […]
Trump Advocates for Copper Smelting in America, But There’s a 30-Year Delay
Trump’s Tariffs on Copper Imports: A Complex Landscape Recently, President Trump made headlines by imposing a 50% tariff on copper imports, a surprising move for many in the trade community. This decision affects imports valued at around $15 billion from last year. While there are some exemptions, they are limited. The main goal seems to […]
Glencore’s Loss Increases Due to Lower Coal Prices and Copper Production
Glencore Reports Increased Losses in First Half of 2025 Mining and commodity trading behemoth Glencore has announced a net loss for the first half of 2025, a stark contrast to the same timeframe last year. The company’s industrial segment suffered, primarily due to falling coal prices and a dip in copper production. Based in Switzerland, […]
Trump’s Copper TACO Action to Spark Major Market Change – Current Crude Oil Prices
Copper Prices Surge Amid Tariff Changes Since launching in 2025, US copper prices have hit all-time highs, largely due to market expectations surrounding a 50% tariff on imported copper products as part of President Trump’s trade strategy. When these tariffs took effect on August 1, the market reacted with confusion, driven by concerns over potential […]
Copper tariffs to ignite a U.S. industrial revival from Arizona to Indiana
President Trump has announced significant tariffs on imported copper, following an in-depth investigation by the Commerce Department under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. Copper has become crucial, not just for the economy but also for national security, akin to oil, electricity, and semiconductors. In today’s world, characterized by advancements in artificial intelligence and […]
Trump Reaches 90-Day Tariff Agreement with Mexico on Fentanyl, Steel, and Copper
Trump Announces 90-Day Trade Agreement with Mexico President Donald Trump has revealed a new 90-day trade agreement with Mexico after speaking with President Claudia Shainbaum, which extends tariffs on fentanyl, vehicles, and major metals. This move aligns with his administration’s ongoing efforts to target cartel-related financial institutions in Mexico. On Thursday, Trump outlined the extension, […]