It’s not exactly a gold rush, but copper is quietly up about 27% in 2025. That’s not even close to the runup in gold or silver, but it’s still notable. The industrial metal is frequently referred to as “Dr. Copper” because the price of copper often predicts the health of the world’s economy.
That’s why copper has had volatile swings in the past 20 years. In the 2010s, copper’s fortunes were largely tied to infrastructure in China. However, in 2025, that story is being told on American soil. Support for copper prices comes from:
