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Why copper — ‘the commodity for all seasons’ — is more precious than gold nowadays

Tuesday, August 11, 2026


Copper prices have risen above gold prices in recent trading, according to market data. Panumre Liberum cited copper's use as an inflation hedge alongside industrial demand growth and relative stability during interest rate fluctuations as factors supporting its valuation. Copper is used in electrical wiring, construction, and renewable energy infrastructure, while gold is primarily held as a store of value and in jewelry.

Original reporting: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/why-copper-the-commodity-for-all-seasons-is-more-precious-than-gold-nowadays-4aa3f686?mod=mw_rss_topstories

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