Copper near historic highs

- Copper prices are trading near historic highs, driven by demand for data‑center electrification, tight mine supply and geopolitical factors. - The Economic Times highlights AI‑driven data‑centre demand and constrained mine output as central drivers keeping copper elevated. - Elevated copper raises input costs for electronically enabled lab gear—motors, wiring, connectors and powered accessories may see rising BOM pressure. (economictimes.indiatimes.com)