Copper Wire Prices 2025, Size, Trend, Graph, News and Forecast

North America

Copper wire prices in North America exhibited a marginal decline of 0.1% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting a stable yet slightly softened market. Supply chains remained resilient, supported by efficient logistics, robust domestic production, and advancements in recycling infrastructure. Manufacturers leveraged improved technologies to optimize production and maintain consistent supply, ensuring minimal disruptions despite global challenges such as low smelter treatment charges.

In the United States, demand dynamics were mixed. The automotive sector experienced notable growth, fueled by rising electric vehicle adoption, with vehicle sales increasing 9.8% year-over-year. Additionally, the renewable energy sector continued to drive demand due to investments in solar, wind, and EV infrastructure. However, the construction sector, a major consumer of copper wire, faced headwinds from elevated mortgage rates, leading to a significant slowdown in residential real estate activity. Housing inventory dropped by 8.6%, and construction activity stagnated, dampening demand for copper wiring.

By the end of the quarter, the price of copper wire (0.2 inch) CFR San Diego stood at USD 21,668/MT. Despite challenges in the construction sector, the U.S. copper wire market maintained stable production levels, positioning itself for potential recovery amid ongoing infrastructure investments and energy transition efforts.

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Europe

The European copper wire market remained stable, supported by robust supply dynamics. Increased copper production in Chile and improved global smelting activity bolstered availability, while Europe benefited from a reduction in smelter inactivity, particularly with Poland’s Glogow smelter resuming full operations. Inventory levels remained sufficient, and Germany’s investment in recycling infrastructure further stabilized supply. However, tight global copper concentration markets and declining treatment and refining charges highlighted ongoing challenges. In Germany, the copper market reflected mixed demand dynamics. The automotive sector was a key driver, with domestic car production rising 17% year-over-year early in the quarter. However, by the quarter’s end, production declined 8% month-over-month, reflecting softening demand. Battery-electric vehicle registrations also fell, signaling challenges in the EV segment. The construction sector faced headwinds from rising borrowing costs, regulatory uncertainties, and subdued activity, particularly in homebuilding. Despite these challenges, demand for copper in luxury real estate and automotive exports provided some stability. Political uncertainty and cautious economic sentiment influenced market behavior, with businesses adopting a wait-and-see approach. While the German copper wire market closed the quarter with adequate supply and moderate demand, the outlook remains cautious amid broader economic and sectoral pressures.

APAC

Copper wire prices in the APAC region increased by 4.8%, driven by robust demand and supply dynamics. Key factors included steady power grid orders, growth in new energy projects, and strong automotive sales, offset by cautious procurement strategies and inventory adjustments in China. Despite challenges such as reduced operating rates and year-end production slowdowns in China, steady copper imports and optimized production capacities ensured supply stability. In South Korea, copper wire prices rose significantly, reaching USD 9544/MT FOB Busan by the end of the quarter. The manufacturing sector demonstrated resilience, supported by ICT exports and the recovery of production after plant maintenance. The automotive industry played a pivotal role, with domestic and export vehicle sales driving demand for copper wire, essential in modern vehicles. Renewable energy projects and infrastructure investments further boosted demand. However, economic challenges, including volatile currency rates and political uncertainty, impacted on business confidence and manufacturing output, particularly in construction and other sectors. Despite these obstacles, the quarter concluded with sustained growth in copper wire demand, positioning South Korea as a key contributor to the region’s positive pricing trend and highlighting its strategic importance in global supply chains.

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