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Copper Sheet: A Strategic Raw Material and Global Copper Price Outlook 2026 By SO OK TRADING 2026 marks the year when copper is elevated from a common commodity to a “strategic asset.” Driven by the rapid expansion of Artificial Intelligence (AI), electric vehicles (EVs), and clean energy technologies, global demand for copper has surged to unprecedented levels. Prices have soared above USD 13,000 per metric ton, setting historic records. On the supply side, the global market faces a severe deficit of 150,000–330,000 tons. This shortage is caused by production disruptions at major mines in Indonesia, Chile, and the Congo, combined with delays in developing new mining projects, which typically require 20–30 years to come online. SO OK TRADING specializes in supplying high-quality copper cathodes (99.99% purity), serving diverse industries with copper sheets used in: - EV busbars for high-voltage energy transfer - Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) for electronics and IoT devices - Heat exchangers in HVAC, food, and chemical industries - Switchboards and electrical panels for industrial and infrastructure projects - Premium architectural applications, including luxury interiors and cultural monuments

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“Copper: The Metal of the Future Amid Surging Demand and Tight Supply (October 2026)” ✨ Introduction Copper has risen to become the strategic metal of the decade, driving the global transition toward clean energy and advanced technologies. From AI Data Centers and Renewable Energy Infrastructure to Electric Vehicle (EV) systems, every sector relies heavily on high‑purity copper. Amid global supply constraints caused by disruptions in Chilean and Peruvian mines and consolidation efforts in China, copper prices continue to climb. Leading financial institutions such as Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Deutsche Bank now regard copper as a “strategic asset of the future.” In Thailand, the copper market remains elevated in line with global dynamics. Key consumers include the wire & cable and electronics industries, while recyclers are adapting to Green Industry practices to reduce carbon footprints and enhance sustainability in global competition.