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Copper prices hit record highs amid supply and smelting woes

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Latest: Copper prices face volatility amid inflation and smelting margin collapse

Copper prices reached historic highs in September 2026, with LME 3-month contracts exceeding US$14,500–$14,800 per tonne. This surge is driven by a structural market deficit caused by declining ore grades and rising dema

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