Copper Price Today

Live Copper Rate & Market Update - Updated Automatically

Last Updated: October 22, 2026, 6:24 pm (Auto Updated)

Today’s Copper Price (Spot)

$6.51 / lb
+$0.04 (+0.68%)

Price is up compared to the previous database update

Today’s High $6.51
Today’s Low $6.51
Change +$0.04
Change % +0.68%
Currency USD
Unit Pound

Copper Price Table

Unit Today’s Price (USD) Change (USD) Change (%)
1 Pound $6.51 +$0.04 +0.68%
1 Kilogram $14.36 +$0.10 +0.68%
1 Tonne $14,360.13 +$97.30 +0.68%

* Prices are international spot prices in USD.

Today’s Market Summary

Copper prices moved higher today, with the latest quote near $6.51 per lb and a daily move of +0.68%. Traders are watching the US Dollar, bond yields, inflation signals, central bank buying, global market sentiment, industrial demand, and geopolitical tension. A weaker dollar or lower yields can support metals priced in USD, while stronger risk appetite or softer demand can limit gains. Local market prices may differ from this international quote because taxes, premiums, transport costs, and dealer margins vary by region.

Why Copper Price Changed Today?

US Dollar movement Bond yields Inflation expectations Central bank buying Global market sentiment Geopolitical tension

Historical Prices (Last 7 Days)

Date Price Change (%)
October 22, 2026, 6:24 pm $6.51 +0.68%
October 22, 2026, 5:25 pm $6.47 +0.18%
October 22, 2026, 4:24 pm $6.46 -0.08%
October 22, 2026, 3:28 pm $6.46 -0.15%
October 22, 2026, 2:28 pm $6.47 -0.13%
October 22, 2026, 1:28 pm $6.48 +0.44%
October 22, 2026, 12:28 pm $6.45 -0.33%

Price Trend

Weekly High$6.70
Weekly Low$6.45
Monthly High$6.72
Monthly Low$6.45

Frequently Asked Questions

What is today’s copper price?

Today’s international copper price is $6.51 per lb in USD.

Why does copper price change daily?

Prices change as currency moves, interest rates, inflation expectations, supply and demand, investor sentiment, and geopolitical risks shift through the day.

How is copper price calculated?

This page uses international spot prices quoted in USD and converts the main unit into smaller comparison units where useful.

Is today a good day to buy copper?

That depends on your goals, time horizon, and local premiums. Compare spot price trends with taxes and dealer charges before deciding.

Disclaimer: Prices are indicative international spot prices in USD. Local market prices may vary due to taxes, premiums, transport costs, and dealer charges.