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High Grade Copper (HG): COT Report, Price & Analysis HG

Track how "Smart Money" institutions are positioning themselves in High Grade Copper (HG). By analyzing the latest Commitments of Traders (COT) data from the COPPER- #1 - COMMODITY EXCHANGE INC., with real-time price charts and sector comparisons, we provide a deep dive into the current market dynamics. Understanding these underlying shifts allows you to better anticipate where the market might be heading next.

About High Grade Copper (HG)

About Copper

Copper is a vital base metal known for excellent conductivity. Often called 'Doctor Copper,' it's a leading indicator of economic health. Contracts include:

  • Standard Copper (HG): The 25,000-pound benchmark contract.
  • E-Mini Copper (QC): 1/2 the size (12,500 pounds).

Primary Usage

The backbone of modern infrastructure (wiring, plumbing) and a key component in the green energy transition (EVs, wind turbines, solar).

Market Dynamics & Key Drivers

  • Global Manufacturing: Demand is directly tied to construction and manufacturing activity (especially in China).
  • The Energy Transition: Electrification is creating a structural, long-term increase in global copper demand.
  • Mining Disruptions: Strikes or environmental regulations in Chile and Peru can quickly constrain supply.
Price
$5.99 / lb Pound (lb) is a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or approximately 0.453 kilograms.
Apr 13, 2026
Market Sentiment
Increasing Bullish
Outlook
Net Position
Net Position: Difference between long and short contracts of Non-Commercials (large speculators/funds). A positive value means they are predominantly net-long (expecting rising prices).
77,123
▲ 14.6%
Market Situation
The market situation analyzes the current net positioning compared to the historical average of recent years (Z-Score). This helps to identify extreme market conditions.
Bullish

High Grade Copper (HG) Price Chart

COT Charts

Latest News for Copper

US Dollar, Gold and Copper Forecast: Key Levels Set Up the Next Big Move
US Dollar, Gold and Copper Forecast: Key Levels Set Up the Next Big Move

Dollar Index weakness, a gold breakout and copper's pullback put key support and resistance levels in focus ahead of the next major market move.

FXEmpire FXEmpire, 6 days ago

Faraday Copper Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Faraday Copper Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2026 / Faraday Copper Corp. ("Faraday" or the "Company") (TSX:FDY) announces its financial results for the three and six months ended...

Accesswire Accesswire, 6 days ago

Drilling Underway at Pacific Ridge's RDP Copper-Gold Project
Drilling Underway at Pacific Ridge's RDP Copper-Gold Project

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 7, 2026) - Pacific Ridge Exploration Ltd. (TSXV: PEX) (OTCQB: PEXZF) (FSE: PQW) ("Pacific Ridge" or the "Company") is pleas...

Newsfile Corp Newsfile Corp, 6 days ago

Positioning History

commercial and non-commercial positions
Date Position Net Position
Difference between Non-Commercial Long and Short
Non-Comm. Long
Speculators & funds betting on rising prices
Non-Comm. Short
Speculators & funds betting on falling prices
Comm. Long
Hedgers/producers hedging against rising prices
Comm. Short
Hedgers/producers hedging against falling prices
Aug 04, 2026 Bullish 77,123 114,304 37,181 84,671 170,840
Jul 28, 2026 Bullish 67,281 103,023 35,742 87,762 163,923
Jul 21, 2026 Bullish 73,977 108,034 34,057 84,122 166,234
Jul 14, 2026 Bullish 64,385 99,236 34,851 87,545 161,161
Jul 07, 2026 Bullish 64,272 96,440 32,168 88,070 161,240
Jun 30, 2026 Bullish 64,788 97,411 32,623 91,661 164,755
Jun 23, 2026 Bullish 71,620 104,205 32,585 92,377 172,855
Jun 16, 2026 Bullish 75,350 106,794 31,444 91,951 176,359
Jun 09, 2026 Bullish 74,450 108,035 33,585 86,211 170,146
Jun 02, 2026 Bullish 78,833 111,525 32,692 84,829 173,474
May 26, 2026 Bullish 73,040 105,673 32,633 88,083 171,795
May 19, 2026 Bullish 75,886 107,483 31,597 83,511 169,010
May 12, 2026 Bullish 76,309 108,768 32,459 84,538 171,681
May 05, 2026 Bullish 62,849 96,261 33,412 82,829 154,846
Apr 28, 2026 Bullish 63,281 92,519 29,238 86,236 158,265
Apr 21, 2026 Bullish 59,204 90,142 30,938 87,855 157,190
Apr 14, 2026 Bullish 55,109 86,302 31,193 88,954 153,095
Apr 07, 2026 Bullish 40,227 72,637 32,410 84,019 135,634
Mar 31, 2026 Bullish 40,104 71,107 31,003 84,546 134,355
Mar 24, 2026 Bullish 37,537 68,491 30,954 90,872 137,160
Mar 17, 2026 Bullish 48,044 78,514 30,470 87,339 146,773
Mar 10, 2026 Bullish 51,666 82,373 30,707 87,652 150,285