水贝叫停“投资铜条”？记者实探：仍有商家出售，但无法回收

Core Viewpoint - The emergence of "investment copper bars" in Shenzhen's Shui Bei market has raised concerns about their actual investment value, with many merchants indicating that these products are overpriced and lack genuine investment attributes [3][4][9]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - "Investment copper bars" have gained popularity due to rising consumer interest in precious metals and a significant increase in international copper prices [9][10]. - The price of copper has surged recently, with LME copper rising 11.69% in December 2025 and over 3% since early January, reaching a peak of 13,407.0 USD/ton [10]. - The increase in copper prices is attributed to various factors, including tight global copper supply, trade flow restructuring due to U.S. tariffs, and rising demand from artificial intelligence and new energy infrastructure [10]. Group 2: Product Characteristics and Risks - Merchants in Shui Bei have expressed skepticism about the investment potential of "investment copper bars," stating that they are often sold at inflated prices and can only be recycled at a loss [8][11]. - Unlike gold and silver, which have established recycling systems, copper is primarily treated as scrap, leading to significant value loss if not properly managed [8][11]. - Experts warn that investing in physical copper bars carries substantial risks, as they may only be resold as scrap unless a subsequent buyer is found, likening it to previous speculative bubbles in commodities [11][12].