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Copper Prices Surge as US-Iran Talks Boost Market Confidence

Copper prices have surged to near six-week highs, with LME three-month copper trading at $13,300.5 per ton and SHFE copper at 102,390 yuan. The rally is primarily driven by reduced geopolitical risks, as optimism surrounding the ongoing US-Iran peace talks has lowered the chances of a significant global growth shock. This easing of concerns has improved the demand outlook for industrial metals, with Citi revising its copper price forecast to $13,000 per ton for the next three months. Despite the positive sentiment, copper’s continued rally depends on real demand, particularly from China to sustain momentum. The metal’s recovery has been more about sentiment and reduced geopolitical risk than a surge in physical consumption. As copper prices hold firm across both Shanghai and London, traders are closely monitoring the progress of peace talks and broader industrial activity to assess whether the current rally has solid support. Technically, copper is currently testing key resistance at $6.10 per ton, with potential to push higher if this level is cleared. The metal’s price is supported above the 5-day moving average ($5.98) and 10-day moving average ($5.80), which are both trending upwards, signaling a constructive short-term outlook. Copper’s price action will largely depend on how demand picks up from key industrial sectors, particularly in China. If the geopolitical situation improves and real demand follows, copper may continue to trend upward, but if tensions resume, prices could retrace. Discover how easing geopolitical risks and improving market sentiment are shaping copper’s outlook.

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Publication date:

2026-04-16 05:54:06 (GMT)

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