Copper prices reached a record high today, driven by strong demand from China. The surge reflects the country’s ongoing industrial expansion and infrastructure projects, which require substantial copper inputs.

Analysts note that China’s economic growth is a key factor influencing the global copper market. They anticipate continued upward pressure on prices in the near future, contingent on sustained demand from China and potential supply disruptions elsewhere.

However, some experts caution that the current price levels may not be sustainable in the long term. They point to the possibility of increased copper production and potential slowdowns in global economic growth as factors that could eventually lead to a price correction.