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Story summary
- In September 2025, copper prices exceeded $10,000 per tonne, marking a 4.11% increase.
- The Nasdaq Sprott Copper Miners Index rose 16.27% due to supply disruptions from major mines in Indonesia, Chile, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Political instability in the Democratic Republic of Congo and China's refining dominance complicate supply chains.
- The U.S. government is investing in domestic copper production to secure resources.
- Robert Friedland warns that global demand may outpace supply within two decades, requiring significant mining efforts.
