The global benchmark for physical industrial metal. Its standard lot size is 25 tonnes, typically traded with three-month "prompt dates". 2. Select a Regulated Broker
Copper futures are standardized agreements to buy or sell the metal at a set price on a future date. Most traders use one of two major global benchmarks:
How to Buy Copper Futures: A Beginner’s Guide Copper is often called "Dr. Copper" because its price movements are a reliable pulse for the global economy. Whether you want to hedge against rising industrial costs or speculate on the green energy transition, trading copper futures offers a direct way to gain exposure.
This guide breaks down the essential steps and risks of entering the copper futures market. 1. Choose Your Exchange and Contract
How to Trade Copper: Copper Trading Strategies & Markets - IG UK
To access these exchanges, you need a brokerage account that supports futures trading. Different platforms cater to different experience levels:
The primary US exchange. Its standard High Grade Copper (HG) contract represents 25,000 pounds of copper. For smaller investors, the Micro Copper contract at 2,500 pounds offers lower capital requirements.
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