Copper Price — Chart — Historical Data
What drives this market
Copper futures track the price of one of the most widely used industrial metals, valued for its electrical conductivity and role in construction, electronics, and energy infrastructure. Prices are primarily driven by global manufacturing output, construction activity, and the energy transition — copper is a critical input for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Major producing countries include Chile, Peru, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Prices are quoted in U.S. dollars per pound.
Market context
Copper is trading at 6.6028 USD/lb, edging down 0.19% today but posting gains of 1.64% on the week and 3.80% over the past month. The metal is up 14.87% year-to-date and 47.38% compared to one year ago, representing substantial appreciation across longer timeframes.
as of Aug 25, 05:32 UTC — Alternative Markets.AI| %Chg | Weekly | Monthly | YTD | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | 0.95% | 1.64% | 3.80% | 14.87% | 47.38% |
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Related
| Related | Price | %Chg |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | 4,689.6 | -0.17% |
| Platinum | 1,861.8 | -1.45% |
| Palladium | 1,333.0 | -2.22% |
| Silver | 68.10 | -0.72% |
| Aluminum | 3,399.2 | 0.07% |
| Micro Silver | 68.09 | -0.73% |
| Micro Gold | 4,689.5 | -0.18% |