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India's Copper Demand Soars In FY26 Driven By Infra & Automotive

Aarav SharmaSource: thehindubusinessline.com
Updated 3d ago
India's Copper Demand Soars In FY26 Driven By Infra & Automotive
India's Copper Demand Soars In FY26 Driven By Infra & AutomotiveSource: thehindubusinessline.com
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India's copper demand accelerated to 2,100 kilotonnes in FY2026, driven by infrastructure, automotive, and building construction sectors. The demand growth outpaced the country's 7.7% GDP growth, with infrastructure accounting for 29% of the total demand. The growth is attributed to favourable policies promoting investments in infrastructure, industrialisation, and clean energy transition.

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