Rio Tinto Rallies on AI-Driven Copper Demand Optimism

Published: May 7, 2026 09:39

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Rio Tinto shares jumped as investors bet on rising copper demand from AI infrastructure and electrification. The company is also advancing the Resolution Copper project with BHP , strengthening its long-term copper strategy.

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