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Copper prices in the US increased following a record-breaking surge on the London Metal Exchange (LME). Supply shortages are the main driver behind this rise, amplified by a temporary trading halt on the LME. The halt, which lasted several hours, further tightened the copper market and contributed to the upward price pressure in the US. This confluence of factors highlights the fragility of global copper supply and its sensitivity to disruptions.
