CNBC reported on March 19, 2026, that copper prices are falling alongside gold in a broad commodities sell-off. This decline is causing concern among investors due to an unexpected reason – increased demand for green energy materials. As countries shift towards renewable energy sources, the need for copper and other metals is rising, leading to higher prices despite the current downturn.
Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/19/copper-joins-gold-in-broad-commodities-sell-off-theres-a-worrying-reason-behind-it.html