Live Copper Price (USD per pound)
Copper is a core industrial metal used in wiring, construction, electric vehicles and power grids. It is often treated as a barometer of global economic activity. The price below is quoted in US dollars per pound.
Change shown versus the previous session close of the front-month future ($6.3980).
The copper price today is $6.5136 per lb, up 0.06% from the previous close. Updated 22 Oct 2026, 23:27 UTC.
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Daily closes of the front-month future, in USD.
Copper performance
52-week range: $4.9195 – $6.8300 · Highest close on record in our data: $6.8035 on 9 Sep 2026. Based on daily closes of the front-month future up to 22 Oct 2026.
Copper price last 10 sessions
| Date | Open | Close |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2026 | $6.578 | $6.386 |
| 21 Oct 2026 | $6.506 | $6.543 |
| 20 Oct 2026 | $6.539 | $6.567 |
| 19 Oct 2026 | $6.547 | $6.538 |
| 18 Oct 2026 | $6.557 | $6.602 |
| 16 Oct 2026 | $6.574 | $6.531 |
| 15 Oct 2026 | $6.577 | $6.511 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | $6.675 | $6.611 |
| 13 Oct 2026 | $6.677 | $6.678 |
| 12 Oct 2026 | $6.689 | $6.699 |
What moves the copper price?
- Chinese demand. China is the largest consumer, so its construction and manufacturing data move the market.
- Electrification. Grids, EVs and renewable energy are copper-intensive and support long-term demand.
- Mine supply and inventories. Disruptions at major mines and changes in exchange stockpiles affect near-term pricing.
- US dollar. A stronger dollar makes dollar-priced copper more expensive for buyers elsewhere.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert copper to dollars per tonne?
Multiply the price per pound by 2,204.62 to get the price per metric tonne.
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Data is for information only and may be delayed. See our methodology. Not investment advice.