Copper enters 2026 with strong momentum after a record 2025 rally, driven by intensifying supply deficits and accelerating energy transition demand. Analysts foresee further upside, with potential for 30-35% gains as China’s infrastructure push regains traction and global interest rates remain low.
US stocks today: US stocks end modestly higher as AI zeal overcomes Middle East jitters
US stocks ended mixed as AI-driven optimism supported markets but was offset by rising geopolitical tensions and oil prices. Small-cap and semiconductor stocks gained, while