Copper price today (XCUUSD) — live chart
Follow the live Copper price and chart, check the contract specifications and see what moves XCUUSD.
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About Copper
Copper is an industrial metal used in electrical wiring, construction, machinery and transport equipment. Its conductivity and versatility make it an important input across manufacturing and infrastructure. XCUUSD represents copper quoted in US dollars, expressing its value in the dollar currency rather than another metal or a local currency.
Copper stands out among metals because of its close connection to physical industrial activity. Demand reflects construction, electrical networks and manufacturing, while supply depends on mining, processing and recycling. Changes in available inventories can also influence pricing, particularly when production disruptions or shifts in consumption alter the balance between supply and demand.
On Xellion's MT5 platform, Copper is traded as a CFD under the symbol XCUUSD. A position can be long or short without owning or taking delivery of the underlying metal. Trading is available nearly around the clock, Monday to Friday, with a short daily break. CFD trading involves leverage-related risks, which can amplify both gains and losses.
What moves the price
- Manufacturing activity and construction demand
- Electrical infrastructure and equipment demand
- Mine disruptions and processing constraints
- Inventory levels and physical availability
- US dollar movements
- Recycling supply and scrap availability
| Symbol | XCUUSD |
|---|---|
| Leverage | Up to 1:2000 |
| Trading hours | Nearly 24 hours, Monday to Friday, with a short daily break |
Live spreads and swaps are shown in MT5. Exact session times are in the MT5 contract specification; leverage depends on your account and country.
XCUUSD questions
What does the XCUUSD symbol represent?
XCUUSD identifies Copper quoted in US dollars. On Xellion, it is offered as a CFD, so the trade provides exposure to copper price movements rather than ownership of physical copper.
What are Copper's trading hours on Xellion?
Copper trading is available nearly around the clock, Monday to Friday, with a short daily break. That break means trading is not continuous throughout each weekday; the instrument's session information is available on Xellion's MT5 platform.
Why can industrial activity affect Copper prices?
Copper is used extensively in wiring, construction and manufacturing. Changes in these activities can alter physical demand, while mine output, processing capacity, recycling and inventories influence how readily that demand can be met.
Does trading Copper CFDs involve physical delivery?
No. Trading Copper as a CFD on Xellion's MT5 platform does not involve owning, storing or taking delivery of the metal. Positions can be long or short, with gains or losses reflecting price movements and applicable trading costs.
Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Charts and prices on this page come from TradingView for information only and are not investment advice. Risk disclosure