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Copper Extends Retreat on Faster Inflation and Stronger Dollar

Bloomberg Markets · May 15, 2026, 2:49 AM · Also reported by 3 other sources

Copper extended its retreat from a record-high close as accelerating US inflation reduced the chance of rate cuts and a stronger dollar make the metal more expensive for many buyers.

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Copper Extends Retreat on Faster Inflation and Stronger Dollar

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