Dec. 22 at 4:35 PM
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AI is supercharging copper demand via massive data centers, pushing prices to record highs (near
$12,000/ton in Dec 2025) due to electrification needs, creating tight supply/demand forecasts, with analysts predicting deficits & long-term price surges despite some warnings of speculative bubbles. Copper's high conductivity makes it vital for powering AI, EVs, and grid upgrades, leading to predictions of 30-50% deficits by 2030 and potential price spikes to
$15,000/ton, notes OilPrice.com and Red Cloud Securities Inc..