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Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the significant rise in global copper prices, driven by various factors including supply disruptions and increased demand from China and the U.S. [4][5][7] - As of December 3, 2023, LME copper prices reached a peak of $11,540 per ton, with further increases noted in early December [1][2]. - The global copper market is experiencing a supply-demand imbalance, with refined copper consumption projected at approximately 27.33 million tons in 2024, and China accounting for 58% of this demand [6]. Group 2 - The article discusses the impact of U.S. trade policies, including a proposed 50% tariff on imported copper semi-finished products starting August 1, 2025, which has led to a "rush" in global copper trade [7][12]. - The shift in copper supply chains is evident, with U.S. copper imports more than doubling in the first eight months of the year, reaching 1.19 million tons [8]. - The article notes that the rising copper prices are causing significant cost pressures on downstream manufacturing sectors, with copper constituting 20%-25% of the total cost of air conditioning units [14][15]. Group 3 - The article emphasizes the need for companies to adopt strategies such as risk hedging through futures markets and exploring alternative materials to mitigate rising copper costs [16][17]. - It also mentions that China is taking measures to address the copper supply issue, including increasing domestic copper recycling and securing mining rights in Mongolia and Laos [17]. - The long-term outlook suggests that even with high production levels, a global copper supply gap is expected to reach 20% by 2035, indicating ongoing challenges in the copper market [13].