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Copper Market Growth Driven by Rising Demand in Electronics and Infrastructure | 2025-2032

Copper Market to reach USD 4.62 Bn by 2032, driven by rising demand in electronics, construction, and EVs, with Asia Pacific leading. Key players include BHP, Rio Tinto.
Published 11 March 2025

The world Copper Market is seeing significant growth driven by rising demand in a range of industries including construction, electronics and renewable energies. Copper's unparalleled electrical and thermal properties, along with its malleability and durability, make it crucial to many industries, including electrical wiring, plumbing, and electronics manufacturing.

Total Addressable Market Size and Growth Projections

The world copper market is evaluated at around USD 3.32 billion in 2024 and is expected to develop with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.21%, to reach practically USD 4.62 billion by 2032, as indicated by Maximize Market Research.

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Key Market Drivers

Infrastructure Growth: The worldwide increase in infrastructure projects, especially in emerging economies, is fueling copper demand for building construction, electrical wiring, and plumbing.

Electrification and Renewable Energy: The shift of the world towards renewable energy sources and electrification of transportation is creating the demand for copper for wind turbines, solar panels and EVs.

Technological advancements: The increasing number of electronic devices and expansion of technology are leading the consumption of copper in range of items such as printed circuit boards and connectors.

Recent Market Developments

Trade Policies and Tariffs: The proposed U.S. tariffs on copper imports have presented new opportunities for physical copper traders. Issued a 10% after third quarter of 2025 import tariff potentially rising to 25% which sets up profitable import arbitrage with traders clamoring to ship copper to the U.S. prior to tariffs. This has tightened availability and drawn down London Metal Exchange (LME) warehouse stocks, creating regional dislocations in the copper market.

Copper as Critical Mineral: Freeport-McMoRan, one of the largest mining companies in the world, are urging US officials to label copper as a critical mineral. That designation could unleash more than $500 million a year in tax credits from the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act, boosting American copper production and competitiveness. It marks a significant power move, given copper's strategic importance in national infrastructure and defense.

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Price Trends and Forecasts

JP Morgan predicts that copper will hit $11,000 a metric ton by 2026, driven by an accelerating global deficit of refined copper, which is on track to reach 160,000 metric tons. U.S. tariffs on imports of copper likely will introduce stockpiling, tightening global supply even further, pushing prices to about $10,400 per metric ton in the second-half of 2025.

Challenges and Considerations

Cheap Alternatives: The use of alternative materials, especially that of aluminum in wire and cable, threatens copper demand. Its lower price tag and similar conductivity allows aluminum to serve as a substitute for copper in some applications which could impede the growth of the copper market.

Environmental & Social Considerations: Mining operations find themselves under increasing examination with respect to environmental impact and social responsibility. In response, sustainable mining practices and social engagement in the communities where these companies operate are increasingly becoming a vital concern for companies in the sector.

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Future Outlook

In summary, the copper market is well-positioned for robust growth, given its critical importance in modern infrastructure, technology, and the global transition toward sustainable energy solutions. For instance, there is potential for market participants to leverage opportunities; however, they face challenges, such as trade mechanisms, competition from alternative materials, and ecological factors.

This is how you know that copper is still an essential commodity at an uptrend as you have read above its wide usage as well as the ambition worldwide for electrocuting and creating renewable energy. Stakeholders need to remain updated on policy changes, market trends, and technological innovation to plan strategically and remain competitive in this changing market.

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