US copper output remains steady in 2025

The US’ copper production is expected to remain largely stable in 2025 at 1,077 kilotonnes, equivalent to annual growth of 1.7% year-on-year versus 2024. The limited growth is mainly attributed to planned lower production from major operations such as the Kennecott Copper Project and the Phoenix Mine. At Kennecott, wholly owned by Rio Tinto, a scheduled maintenance shutdown at its concentrator and smelter during the third quarter of 2025 has temporarily reduced output. However, production is expected to re ...