Group 1 - Copper futures prices rose by 0.4% on Tuesday, approaching the $10,900 per ton mark, driven by supply concerns and market speculation [2] - Codelco has proposed a supply premium of $350 per ton above the London Metal Exchange price for the 2026 annual contract, significantly higher than the previously agreed $89 per ton [3] - The increase in copper prices this year, nearly 25%, is attributed to supply disruptions at key mines and expectations regarding the U.S. government's review of refined metal tariffs [2][3] Group 2 - The decline in the U.S. dollar, influenced by speculation of further policy easing by the Federal Reserve, has reduced the cost for overseas buyers, supporting metal prices [2] - Codelco's pricing strategy reflects concerns over supply chain distribution, particularly regarding shipments to the U.S. potentially affecting supply to other regions [3] - Other major metals, including aluminum and zinc, also saw price increases, with three-month copper on the London Metal Exchange rising to $10,877.50 per ton [3]
智利铜矿大幅提价叠加美元走软,铜价持续上涨
Hua Er Jie Jian Wen·2025-11-26 07:14