Chile’s Central Bank Raises 2026 Copper Price Forecast to $5.4 Per Pound, Up From $4.7

Published: Mar 26, 2026 10:04

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Chile’s central bank expected average copper prices in 2026 to be $5.4 per pound, compared with its previous estimate of $4.7 per pound

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