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Commented by Armin Schulz on July 2nd, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
BHP Group, Power Metallic Mines, and Freeport-McMoRan: How to Profit from the Global Copper Shortage
Copper is the hidden backbone of global electrification. It flows through power grids, powers wind and solar farms, and supplies energy to data centers and electric vehicles. Without this metal, the energy transition remains nothing more than a promise. Copper has long since become a strategic commodity that directly reflects investment cycles and geopolitical tensions. Demand is booming, but supply is expensive, labour-intensive, and politically sensitive to develop. It is precisely this tension that makes copper a barometer for the industry of the future. For investors, this means that those who understand today which companies will reach the next production stage can secure return opportunities early on. Today, we look at BHP Group as an established giant focused on copper, Power Metallic Mines as a promising explorer with recent high-grade discoveries, and Freeport-McMoRan as a direct lever on the copper price.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on June 29th, 2026 | 06:55 CEST
No copper, no AI! Freeport McMoran, Power Metallic Mines, and Lundin Mining in Focus
The whole world is focused on AI stocks like Nvidia, Broadcom, and Micron Technologies. Behind the scenes, however, demand for raw materials like copper is also growing massively. An AI data center requires enormous amounts of the red metal per megawatt of installed capacity—primarily for power distribution, grounding, and transformers. The demand for copper in AI-optimized data centers is estimated at 30 to 40 metric tonnes per megawatt. Added to this is network infrastructure, where, for example, Nvidia relies on a custom-designed copper cabling system for the internal cabling of its latest NVL72 server architecture. A single AI server rack contains kilometres of copper cabling, as copper offers lower latency and lower power consumption over very short distances compared to alternative materials. And behind the scenes, power grids must be upgraded and expanded. The CRU Group therefore forecasts that global copper demand from data centers and AI alone will rise from around 500,000 metric tonnes today to as much as 2 million metric tonnes annually by 2030. BHP expects global copper demand to increase by an additional 3.4 million metric tonnes by 2030. And this is where the problem comes in. Copper supply cannot grow that quickly, which is why copper prices are also rising steadily. Today, we are looking at the stocks of Freeport-McMoRan, Power Metallic Mines, and Lundin Mining.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on June 11th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Copper Super Cycle: Trouble for Nordex? Freeport-McMoRan, Glencore, and Power Metallic Mines benefit!
Copper is typically considered a leading economic indicator. However, the supercycle is turning that rule on its head. While the global economy is faltering, experts predict copper prices will rise to USD 15,000. There are even warnings of a broader "super-squeeze" if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Freeport-McMoRan and Glencore are benefiting from the copper rally. Both of these core investments have already performed well. That makes it worth taking a look at the explorers. And within this group, Power Metallic Mines stands out positively. Analysts see nearly 200% upside potential. At a recent investor conference, management made a strong impression. The first resource estimate is set to be published as early as July. Additional catalysts include a PEA (Preliminary Economic Assessment) and a NASDAQ listing, which are already in the pipeline. Siemens, Siemens Energy, and Nordex are among the companies that could face medium-term challenges due to high copper prices in Germany. Nordex shares have fallen sharply recently, although a new order provided positive momentum yesterday.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 26th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Capitalize on the copper supercycle with Rio Tinto, Power Metallic Mines, and Freeport-McMoRan
The rapid electrification of the global economy is colliding with depleted copper inventories. Power grids, AI data centers, and electric vehicles are consuming vast amounts of the conductive metal, while mining projects are getting stuck in regulatory bottlenecks. This divergence is not creating a short-lived hype cycle, but rather a long-term supercycle. For investors, the landscape can be seen in three layers: the financially strong global player, the polymetallic explorer with hidden potential, and the pure producer that directly benefits from copper price movements. Those who understand these roles can effectively turn scarcity into returns. The opportunity is clear for savvy investors. The three key names are Rio Tinto, Power Metallic Mines, and Freeport-McMoRan.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on May 18th, 2026 | 07:35 CEST
Copper on the Rise: Investors Benefit Through Shares of Freeport-McMoRan, Power Metallic Mines, and Glencore
"Dr. Copper" was once considered one of the best leading indicators of the global economy. The price of copper tended to rise ahead of economic upswings and fall before growth momentum weakened. Today, however, the price of the red metal is unlikely to be a reliable indicator of the broader economy. Structural trends now dominate the market: the electrification of the global economy, the modernization of power infrastructure, and the boom in AI data centers are driving demand sharply higher. At the same time, copper supply is struggling to keep pace. That imbalance is already reflected in pricing: copper has risen by more than 40% within just six months. Analysts at JPMorgan forecast a supply deficit of several hundred thousand tonnes for 2026. Their key arguments include the massive expansion of AI computing infrastructure and global power grids. These trends could persist for years and continue fueling demand growth. Against this backdrop, we take a closer look at the shares of Freeport-McMoRan, Power Metallic Mines, and Glencore.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on April 20th, 2026 | 08:35 CEST
Copper Rally: How BYD Is Suffering as a Consumer – and Why Power Metallic Mines & Freeport McMoRan Are Cashing In Now
The global energy transition, e-mobility, and the AI boom are causing copper demand to skyrocket. At the same time, supply is shrinking: aging mines, declining ore grades, and years-long exploration times for new deposits. This gap between structurally rising demand and production that can barely be expanded is fueling the debate about a commodities supercycle. Those who build the right positions now could benefit disproportionately. It is precisely in this context that a closer look at three companies is warranted: BYD, Power Metallic Mines, and Freeport McMoRan.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on March 25th, 2026 | 09:30 CET
The war opens up opportunities in commodity stocks: Barrick Mining, Antimony Resources, and Freeport McMoRan in focus
The war in the Persian Gulf has drastically shaken up the metals market. Until the end of January, gold, silver, copper, rare earths, and others were still the top performers in many portfolios. The debasement trade, the weak dollar, and geopolitical uncertainty drove prices higher. On top of that, there were significant supply shortages for silver and copper, as well as China's dominance in the extraction and processing of critical metals like antimony and rare earths. The current pullbacks in many stocks now offer opportunities for investors to enter the market.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on February 25th, 2026 | 07:30 CET
AI drives demand: Three copper stocks for the boom - Freeport-McMoRan, Power Metallic Mines, and Aurubis!
A few years ago, copper was considered one of the most boring metals. Demand grew steadily, but not dramatically. The red metal was used everywhere, from construction to power lines, but it lacked appeal. And the price remained so low that there was hardly any investment in the development of new deposits over the past decade. With the AI revolution and global electrification, this has changed dramatically. Copper is the most efficient electrical conductor after silver and now plays a major role. For example, an electric vehicle requires three to four times more copper than a combustion engine. Added to this are wind turbines, solar parks, and the massive expansion and modernization of power grids. Analysts estimate that by 2040, the world will need to produce more copper than humanity has consumed in its entire history. After electric vehicles, artificial intelligence has triggered the next wave of demand due to the enormous power requirements of data centers. The huge server farms of NVIDIA, Google, Amazon, and others require kilometers of copper cable and massive copper rails for power distribution. As a result, there is now renewed investment in new copper deposits. Investors should diversify their portfolios to benefit from this development in the long term.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on August 26th, 2025 | 07:15 CEST
Freeport-McMoRan, Desert Gold Ventures, Rio Tinto – Investing in the future
What happens after Jackson Hole? Following Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's speech, which boosted the markets with the prospect of possible interest rate cuts later this year, Nvidia's earnings report on Wednesday will take center stage this week. Any disappointment could cause recent gains to vanish into thin air. Meanwhile, the price of gold remains stable and, after a brief sideways movement, could take off to new heights.
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Commented by Nico Popp on June 30th, 2025 | 07:40 CEST
Everything is going electric – and this detail could make investors wealthy: Power Metallic Mines, Rio Tinto, Freeport-McMoRan
The future is electric – heating systems and vehicles are already running on electricity today. Those with their own rooftop solar panels welcome this shift, as solar energy becomes essentially free after the initial investment. But this transition also requires massive investment. Experts at EY report that global electrification will require 115% more copper to be mined over the next thirty years than has been mined in all of human history. The scale of the challenge is, therefore, enormous. Making copper mining sustainable is even more so. But there are solutions.
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