World Copper

World Copper

This report forecasts total world demand in 2019 for copper metal by market and major world region in metric tons. Reported markets encompass building construction, electrical and electronic, transportation equipment, industrial products, and consumer and other markets. Major world regions include North America, Western Europe, Asia/Pacific, and all other regions.

To illustrate historical trends world, market, and regional demand are provided for 2009 and 2014. Further, regional demand is segmented by market for 2014. Finally, world refined copper production is segmented by major world region and provided for 2009, 2014, and 2019.

Further analysis includes an Industry Structure section, which surveys the supply base and profiles the leading firms competing to serve global demand. A one-page, introductory Highlights section summarizes key findings from this 27-page report, and a Resources section lists contributing sources as well as resources available for further research.