Gold and silver delivered returns for investors in 2025, but experts now believe copper will be the next big investment choice. Growing demand from AI, electric vehicles, and green energy is driving the demand for copper, while supply remains limited...

The year 2025 is expected to see a significant surge in gold and silver prices. Both precious metals are consistently setting new records, providing investors with impressive returns. However, experts say that in the coming years, not just gold and silver, but another metal will emerge as the new king of the market: copper. According to experts, copper prices are poised for a significant surge, and there are several compelling reasons behind this.

Why is copper becoming the next big investment?

Until now, copper was considered a common industrial metal, but current conditions are making it a major trading and investment option for the future. Rakesh Bansal, founder of RKB Ventures, says that demand for copper is growing rapidly, while its supply is continuously decreasing. He explained that AI technology, electrification, electric vehicles (EVs), and the green energy transition have increased the need for copper manifold. These factors could take copper prices to new levels in the coming years.

Supply shortages will increase prices

According to market reports, copper supply is experiencing a persistent shortage. It is estimated that the copper shortage could reach approximately 12.4 million tons in 2025, and this shortage could increase to 150,000 tons in 2026. Experts believe that this supply-demand gap could lead to a long-term rally in copper prices.

Increased demand from power, AI and EV sectors

Copper is a vital component of power infrastructure. Wiring, power grids, industrial manufacturing, data centers, and electric vehicles require significant amounts of copper. The growing use of AI and the construction of new data centers in many countries, including India, are further fueling demand for copper. Experts say that without copper, neither the expansion of AI nor the future of green energy is possible.

Limited production in India

Copper production in India is also limited. Hindustan Copper is the country's leading producer. Limited domestic production and rising global demand could further pressure prices.

'Now it's copper's turn to make millionaires'

Expert Rakesh Bansal says that just as gold and silver provided investors with impressive returns in 2025, copper could offer a similar opportunity now. He believes that copper is becoming a safe investment option, as its demand is real and supply is limited. Its demand for electric vehicles, green energy, and power infrastructure is constantly increasing.

Copper also rose in the global market

Copper prices are also showing strength in the international market. Reports suggest that copper could reach close to $12,000 per metric ton due to rising demand related to data centers and AI. Copper prices have increased by approximately 35 percent so far in 2025, which is considered the biggest increase in many years. It is estimated that global copper demand could reach 27 million tons in 2026.