Copper mining to grow after pandemic decline

From 2022 to 2026, annual copper smelter capacity is expected to grow at an average rate of around 3% per year. As ever, China’s economy and investment strategy is seen as key. Capacity development linked to Chinese overseas investments, mainly in Africa, continues although, domestically, smelting capacity is growing at a slower pace than before.

Over the period 2022 to 2026, annual copper refinery capacity is expected to grow at an average rate of around 2% per year. ICSG says the growth in capacity for both electrolytic refinery and electrowinning is projected to average 2%. About 84% of the growth in global refined capacity until 2026 is expected to come from electrolytic refineries.

KEFI Gold and Copper plc (LON:KEFI) is an exploration and development company focussed on gold and copper deposits, primarily in the highly prospective Arabian-Nubian Shield.

Click to view all articles for the EPIC:
Or click to view the full company profile:
Facebook
X
LinkedIn
KEFI Gold and Copper

More articles like this

Gold surge signals deepening doubts in the dollar

As gold prices shatter records and global central banks quietly shift their reserves, investors are seeing more than just a rally in precious metals—they’re witnessing a growing global scepticism about the future of the US dollar.

KEFI Gold and Copper

Gold soars to new heights

Gold prices surged past previous records on Monday, driven by a wave of safe-haven demand following fresh tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. As global trade tensions escalate, investors are piling into the precious metal,