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Copper COT Positioning 2025 — China Demand EV Green Energy Institutional

"Dr. Copper" — the PhD-holding metal that predicts economic cycles. COMEX copper COT positioning: China construction demand, EV battery demand, and hedge fund positioning in the green energy metal.

China Sensitivity55% of global copper demand from China
EV DemandEVs use 4x more copper than ICE cars
Supply DeficitStructural supply deficit projected 2027+
COT SignalSpec longs at extremes with China slowdown

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is copper called "Dr. Copper"?

Copper is used in construction, manufacturing, electronics, EVs, and energy infrastructure — touching virtually every sector of the economy. When copper prices rise, it signals expanding economic activity (more buildings, factories, cars). Copper has historically led stock market turns by 3-6 months, earning its doctorate in economics.

How will EV transition impact copper demand?

A conventional ICE car uses ~22 kg of copper. An EV uses ~83 kg. With global EV sales targeting 50M+ units by 2030, this alone adds 3M+ tonnes of annual copper demand. Combined with solar/wind installations and grid upgrades, copper faces a structural supply deficit by 2027.

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