The most traded copper ETFs

Q: What are the largest copper companies?

Some of the world’s largest copper producers include: Freeport-McMoRan (USA) : One of the largest publicly traded copper producers, with operations in the Americas and Indonesia. BHP (Australia/UK) : A major global mining company with significant copper production. Glencore (Switzerland) : A diversified commodity company involved in mining and trading copper. Southern Copper (Mexico/USA) : A key player in copper mining with large-scale operations in Latin America. These companies often influence copper supply and can indirectly impact market prices.

Invest in Copper ETFs with DEGIRO

Are you interested in the copper market or do you think a Copper ETF could be a valuable addition to your portfolio? Investing in ETFs is a simple way to increase diversification and gain exposure to global markets. On our platform, you’ll find a wide range of Copper ETFs to choose from.

Not all Copper ETFs are the same. They can differ in fund size, price, risk level and underlying exposure. For example, some Copper ETFs track the price of copper, while others focus on companies involved in copper mining and production. Certain funds may also include companies across the broader metals or materials sector.

Here are the most traded Copper ETFs by our clients.

ETF name	ISIN
Global X Copper Miners UCITS ETF (Acc)	IE0003Z9E2Y3
iShares Copper Miners UCITS ETF (Acc)	IE00063FT9K6
Sprott Copper Miners ESG Screened UCITS ETF (Acc)	IE000IQQEL77

Based on total number of trades on the DEGIRO platform from 01.01.25-31.12.25. Only ETFs with more than 100 transactions are considered. The information on this page is intended for informational purposes only and does not provide any recommendations or financial advice. Some ETFs may (temporarily) not be available on our platform due to regulatory reasons.

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ETFs, also known as trackers, are funds that follow the performance of an index, commodity, bond or composition of products. Unlike some other funds, ETFs are bought and sold on a stock exchange. Would you like to learn more about ETFs? Read our ETF article for all you need to know.

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Copper

The copper industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, as copper is an essential material for construction, manufacturing, electronics and energy systems. It’s widely used in electrical wiring, renewable energy infrastructure and electric vehicles, making it a key component of modern and emerging technologies.

Copper ETFs offer diversified exposure to this commodities sector. These funds typically track either the price of copper or companies involved in copper mining, production and processing. Depending on the ETF, exposure may include global mining companies, materials producers or broader metals and mining firms.

The performance of Copper ETFs is influenced by factors such as global supply and demand dynamics, economic growth, industrial activity and infrastructure investment. Copper prices can also be affected by geopolitical developments, mining regulations, production disruptions and trends linked to electrification and the energy transition.

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Why invest in Copper ETFs?

Copper is a critical commodity for the global economy, used across industrial production, construction, transportation and electrical infrastructure. If you’re looking to gain exposure to this sector, Copper ETFs offer a practical and diversified way to invest without needing to buy individual mining or metals stocks.

There are several types of Copper ETFs to consider. Some track the price of copper directly, giving you exposure to the metal itself. Others invest in companies involved in copper mining, production and processing, or in broader metals and materials firms.

Copper ETFs can also help hedge against inflation or fluctuations in commodity prices, as copper prices are influenced by industrial demand, infrastructure investment, and global supply constraints. Depending on your outlook, these ETFs can be used as a strategic long-term investment tied to global copper demand, or as a tactical investment based on market cycles and macroeconomic trends.

With a variety of Copper ETFs available, each offering different exposures across regions and companies, you can choose an ETF that aligns with your risk profile and investment strategy.

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What is a Copper ETF and how does it work?

A Copper ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund) is an investment fund that provides exposure to the copper market, typically by investing in copper mining companies rather than tracking the physical price of the metal directly. Instead of buying physical copper, you can purchase shares of the ETF, which makes it easier to gain exposure to this sector.

How to invest in Copper ETFs?

You can invest in a Copper ETF by:

Opening an investment account with a broker, such as DEGIRO.
Searching for the ETF by name or ticker symbol.
Reviewing key details (price, risk level, index tracked, underlying holdings).
Placing an order, either a market order (executes immediately) or a limit order (executes at your chosen price).

Copper ETFs trade like normal shares, so you can buy or sell them during market hours.

What are the largest copper companies?

Some of the world’s largest copper producers include:

Freeport-McMoRan (USA): One of the largest publicly traded copper producers, with operations in the Americas and Indonesia.
BHP (Australia/UK): A major global mining company with significant copper production.
Glencore (Switzerland): A diversified commodity company involved in mining and trading copper.
Southern Copper (Mexico/USA): A key player in copper mining with large-scale operations in Latin America.

These companies often influence copper supply and can indirectly impact market prices.

How volatile is copper compared to other commodities?

Copper is moderately volatile compared to other commodities. It tends to fluctuate more than gold, which is seen as a safe-haven asset, but generally less than oil, which is highly sensitive to geopolitical tensions and energy policies. Copper’s price movements are closely tied to industrial demand and economic cycles, making it a useful indicator of global economic health.