Chile Raises Copper Price Forecast, Points to Production Shortfalls

 

Monday, September 8, 2025

Chile has increased its 2025 copper price outlook to $4.28 per pound, up from $4.26, spotlighting reduced output from the Collahuasi mine as a drag on the sector. Despite this, GDP growth forecasts remain steady at 2.5%, and volatile markets—especially with the looming U.S. tariffs—are adding to uncertainty.