Copper
As the global economy enters the first quarter of 2026, the industrial world is grappling with a historic "super-squeeze" in the copper market. Analysts at Bernstein have released a provocative new research note, setting a price target of $11,500 per tonne for the "red metal"
Freeport-McMoRan
In a move that highlights the delicate balance between record-breaking commodity prices and operational volatility, Ninety One UK Ltd, a subsidiary of global asset manager Ninety One plc (LON:N91), has reduced its exposure to copper giant Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE:FCX). According to recent regulatory filings, the firm offloaded 879,
Copper
As the final trading days of 2025 come to a close, the global copper market has cemented its status as the year’s most critical industrial story. Once tethered to the fluctuations of the Chinese real estate market, the "red metal" has undergone a fundamental decoupling, soaring to
BHP
In a significant endorsement of the world’s largest miner, Argus Research has upgraded BHP Group (NYSE:BHP) to a "Buy" rating, signaling a bullish shift for the materials sector as 2025 draws to a close. The upgrade, led by veteran analyst John Eade, comes at a pivotal
Lundin Mining
As of December 23, 2025, the global industrial metals market is witnessing a historic rally, with copper prices shattering records to trade near $12,000 per tonne. At the center of this whirlwind is Lundin Mining (TSX: LUN), a company that has transformed from a mid-tier producer into a market
Commodities
As of October 2025, global commodity markets present a complex and often contradictory picture, characterized by significant shifts that are reshaping the landscape for raw materials. A notable oversupply in crude oil stands in stark contrast to unprecedented surges in gold prices, while agricultural goods remain locked in a cycle
Freeport-McMoRan
NEW YORK, NY – October 9, 2025 – Freedom Capital Markets has today downgraded the stock of copper mining giant Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) from a 'Buy' to a 'Hold' rating, simultaneously slashing its price target from $55.00 to $47.00. This significant shift in analyst sentiment comes
Copper
In a perplexing twist for the global commodity markets, copper prices have recently experienced a short-term decline, defying the bullish expectations fueled by persistent and significant supply concerns from major operations, most notably the Grasberg mine in Indonesia. This counter-intuitive trend, observed on October 6, 2025, has introduced a layer
Freeport-McMoRan
Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) shares are experiencing a resurgence after Bank of America upgraded the copper giant's stock from "Neutral" to "Buy" on September 30, 2025. The upgrade, which saw FCX shares climb over 2% in early trading, signals analysts' confidence that the market
Copper
September 25, 2025 – The global copper market has been thrown into disarray following a force majeure declaration at the world-renowned Grasberg mine in Indonesia. Operated by Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX), the massive copper and gold complex halted operations after a devastating mudslide earlier in September 2025. This unforeseen supply shock has
copper market
The global copper market has been thrown into a whirlwind of volatility following a dramatic and unexpected policy reversal by the Trump administration. An eleventh-hour decision to exempt refined copper from a sweeping 50% tariff on metal imports sent shockwaves through the industry, initially triggering a record 22% price collapse