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Chile, the top copper supplier, has cut its production forecasts for this year and next, worsening global copper supply issues and pushing prices near record highs. This adjustment highlights the challenges in the copper industry due to rising demand and supply constraints.

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Copper Supply Concerns Rise as Chile Cuts Production Forecasts

Comex Copper for May delivery rose 0.33% to $6.2720, marking the fifth highest close in history. It ended a two-session losing streak and has increased in nine of the last 13 sessions. The price is 5.48% below its 52-week high of $6.6355 and 44.83% above its low of $4.3305. Year-to-date, it has gained 11.40%. Today's settlement is the fifth highest this year.

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Comex Copper Settles 0.33% Higher at $6.2720 — Data Talk

Copper prices on the London Metal Exchange have dropped to a one-week low due to inflation and anticipated interest rate hikes, which have bolstered the U.S. dollar. Morgan Stanley warns of a critical shortage in scrap copper supply, raising concerns about future price support.

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Copper Prices Drop to One-Week Low Amid Inflation and Rate Hike Expectations

Copper prices have reached record highs above $6.60 per pound, driven by supply disruptions and increased demand from AI-related infrastructure. The CPER ETF, which tracks copper futures, surged to $40.46, marking a 15.7% increase this year. The price of copper has risen approximately 75% since October 2023, with significant contributions from declining inventories in China and supply issues at major mines. China's exports also rose 14% in April, further tightening the copper market.

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Copper Prices Hit Record High As AI Data Center Boom Fuels Global Supply Crunch, Pushing CPER ETF Higher

A Bloomberg index of commodities excluding energy has reached record highs, driven by the AI race. The index surpassed its 2011 peak, with significant contributions from industrial and precious metals, particularly copper and silver. Copper prices have soared due to rising demand from AI data centers and electrification trends, while silver has seen a surge in industrial usage. Supply constraints, including export restrictions and production issues, further amplify the demand for these metals, indicating a structural shift in the commodities market.

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Something Historic Is Quietly Lifting Commodities To Records — And It's Not Hormuz

LME copper prices have reached $14,000 per ton, marking the first time since January 29 that this level has been achieved. According to Odaily, this price is approaching historical highs.

LME Copper Prices Reach $14,000 Per Ton

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Copper prices have reached a record high of $6.53 per pound, driven by supply-side issues including the Iran war and restrictions on sulfuric acid exports from China. The rising costs are attributed to a decline in copper ore grades and production bottlenecks in the Persian Gulf. Demand for copper is also being fueled by AI expansion, particularly in data centers. Analysts suggest that meeting future copper demand will require higher prices and coordinated policy action.

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Copper prices are now at their highest level on record. AI is only part of the story.

Copper prices have risen for eight consecutive sessions, reaching their highest level since January 29, driven by bullish technical signals and strong demand forecasts. The London Metal Exchange reported a 0.9% increase in benchmark three-month copper prices, while aluminium also saw gains, hitting its highest in nearly four weeks. Factors supporting copper prices include robust factory activity data and concerns over supply disruptions due to geopolitical tensions. The Yangshan copper premium indicates strong demand from China, and U.S. copper futures are trading at a significant premium over LME prices, influenced by potential import tariffs.

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METALS-Copper keeps pushing towards January record high, aluminium gains

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Front Month Comex Copper for May delivery rose 2.32% to $6.6355, marking a new record high. It has increased for four consecutive sessions, totaling an 8.29% rise over the last four sessions. The price is up 53.23% from its 52-week low and 43.91% from a year ago. Year-to-date, it has gained 17.86%.

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Why did it collapse? What's your opinion?

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I predict ai bubble will burst this year!

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I've already positioned myself for Fed cuts last year and hope for more interest rate cuts this year! I've bought into SG Reits and see myself as a dividend investor. The more dividends, the merrier! Reits thrive in a low interest rate environment. I plan to stay invested in SG Reits and hold for the long term. Cheers!

Actually, investing in anything depends on your own understanding and awareness of it. Cryptocurrency can make you rich quickly or bankrupt you quickly, it all depends on how you handle it.

I don't invest in cryptocurrencies and never will because I don't understand how it works. To me, it's a very volatile, risky and unregulated trade. A wise man once said, &#34;Don't invest in what you don't understand..&#34;. We will only end up getting our fingers burned! The word &#34;crypto&#34; starts with the letters &#34;cry..&#34;. Crypto investments will only make us CRY, hahaha! I rather trade in something that I understand &amp; sleep well every night.

I don't think AI's progress is a bubble. AI is going to develop quickly as the system is programmed to learn and grow as rapidly as possible. Investors should be controlled and measured in their investment of AI. Limit a budget when investing in AI or any sector, stick to it and invest within your means and what you can afford to lose.

Looking at the international situation here, there are still fluctuations, the direction is not very clear, and the current market sentiment is sluggish, with many choosing to wait and see.

IMO metals such as gold and silver are more of fear trades indicating uncertainty. Technically they are in their third waves and historically a risk off move. I am expecting a fourth wave soon as risk on trade returns.

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With more FED rate cuts expected in 2026, SG Reits will benefit from lower borrowing cost, higher DPU. Fully vested into dividend income Reits sectors to ride the gradual waves. As more Investors looking for steady income in an ever risky environment, Reits should hold well on its own. Not financial advise, just sharing my Reits journey.

Softbank going all in on OpenAI along with other major tech companies is something worth closely monitoring

The soaring silver market will inevitably affect other rare metals, but the trend is very risky, so be careful.

Chasing is never a good idea, but always remember that the markets can stay irrational longer than you stay solvent! So be on your guard, stay invested, and always always do proper risk management! Happy new year eve!

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Copper Supply Concerns Rise as Chile Cuts Production Forecasts

Comex Copper Settles 0.33% Higher at $6.2720 — Data Talk

Copper Prices Drop to One-Week Low Amid Inflation and Rate Hike Expectations

Copper Prices Hit Record High As AI Data Center Boom Fuels Global Supply Crunch, Pushing CPER ETF Higher

Something Historic Is Quietly Lifting Commodities To Records — And It's Not Hormuz