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Copper Prices Surge To Record High In Largest Increase Since ‘80s—Here's Why

1. Copper prices rose to a historic high due to proposed tariffs. 2. Trump suggested a 50% tariff on copper imports during a Cabinet meeting. 3. Analysts expect temporary price increase, but domestic inventory may grow. 4. More than 50% of U.S. copper is imported; mainly from Chile and Canada. 5. Copper production in the U.S. declined 3% over the past year.

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Why Bullish?

The announcement of tariffs is likely to push copper prices up further. Historical tariff impacts have typically resulted in short-term price spikes.

How important is it?

The significant proposed tariff on copper will likely spur increased trading and interest in CPER. As CPER is a copper ETF, it is directly influenced by copper prices.

Why Short Term?

Expected price increase due to tariffs may last until inventory adjustments occur. Historical precedents show similar short-lived reactions.

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