UBS Sharply Raises Copper Price Forecast, Sees Prices Hitting $15,000

Published: Feb 28, 2026 09:20

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UBS has significantly raised its copper price outlook in a recent report, increasing its long-term price forecast by $500 per metric ton. The bank now expects copper prices to reach $15,000 per metric ton by the end of March 2027. It maintains a positive view on the copper market and advises investors to hold long positions.

At the same time, UBS has updated its supply and demand forecasts. It has slightly lowered its 2025 copper market deficit projection to 200,000 metric tons but sharply raised its 2026 deficit estimate from 407,000 to 520,000 metric tons. The bank believes this widening supply gap will support elevated copper prices through 2026.

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