Jul 2, 2026 – 8.00pmSoaring demand for copper could take a hit from a global backlash against the rollout of data centres needed to power the AI revolution and car makers pivoting to cheaper aluminium wiring to try and cut costs.Copper, which is used in everything from air-conditioners and data centres to electric vehicles, has climbed around 6 per cent this year to around $US13,375 a metric tonne after reaching a record in May.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Copper to hit speed bump from data centre pushback and aluminium pivot
Copper, widely considered a building block for the energy transition, has reached record highs this year. But analysts warn it faces some headwinds.
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