The re-import of copper cathodes to China is forecasted to increase steadily from 2024 to 2028, with values rising from $1.2789 billion to $1.5007 billion. The year-on-year increases are approximately 4.48% from 2024 to 2025, 4.19% from 2025 to 2026, 3.95% from 2026 to 2027, and 3.72% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is approximately 4.10%.
Future trends to watch for include potential fluctuations in global copper prices, shifts in China's industrial demand, and the impact of trade policies and sustainability initiatives on the re-import market. These factors could influence the growth trajectory of this commodity sector.