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分析师:铜价在飙升至纪录高位之后涨势可能降温
Wen Hua Cai Jing·2025-10-31 02:04

Group 1 - Copper prices surpassed historical highs this week, driven by concerns over mine supply and trade developments, but analysts are skeptical about the sustainability of this price surge due to lack of demand recovery [1] - Year-to-date, copper prices have increased by over 27%, aided by a weaker dollar and declining interest rates, making metal prices more affordable for holders of other currencies [1] - ING analysts expect tighter copper market balance by 2026, predicting a shortage, similar to many banks and brokers [1] Group 2 - Glencore reported a decline in copper production for the first nine months of 2025 and lowered its annual production guidance, following competitor Anglo American [1] - The International Copper Study Group (ICSG) forecasts a refined copper market shortage of 150,000 tons next year, with total consumption at 28.7 million tons [1] - Panmure Liberum analysts believe that the main drivers behind recent copper price increases—easing trade tensions and Federal Reserve rate cut expectations—will soon be fully priced in [1][2] Group 3 - Panmure Liberum anticipates a slight surplus of 80,000 tons in the copper market next year, suggesting a potential exit of some investors due to lack of price-driving factors [2] - WisdomTree commodity strategist noted that speculative bets on commodities often cool off after becoming overly heated, as seen in the precious metals market [2] - Goldman Sachs projected that due to market oversupply, copper prices are expected to remain in the range of $10,000 to $11,000 per ton in 2026/2027, although the long-term outlook remains optimistic [2]