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Copper prices face distortions amid U.S. tariff threats

Reported · Written up by our desk · Energy Transition

WSJ Markets says U.S. tariff threats have caused distortions in copper markets.

The outlet warns that these distortions can create risks for market participants.

Latest closeCopper $6.659 ▲2.6%

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