Copper
Category
Metals
Exchange
COMEX (CME Group)
Contract Size
25,000 pounds of high-grade copper
Symbol
HG
About Copper
COMEX Copper futures (HG) track the price of high-grade copper, often called 'Dr. Copper' for its ability to predict economic activity. Copper is essential in construction, electronics, and EV manufacturing. Rising copper prices often signal economic expansion; falling prices signal contraction.
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Contract Specifications
- Contract Size
- 25,000 pounds of high-grade copper
- Tick Size / Value
- $0.0005/lb = $12.50 per tick
- Exchange
- COMEX (CME Group)
Trading Hours
Sun 18:00 – Fri 17:00 ET with daily halt 17:00–18:00 ET.
Margin Notes
Day trading margins ~$2,000–$4,000. Exchange maintenance margin ~$5,000–$7,000.
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