The forecast for copper secondary refinery production in the US indicates a significant declining trend from 2024 to 2028, starting at 18.74 thousand metric tons and reducing to 5.03 thousand metric tons. If 2023 sat at a comparison point, this decline is quite pronounced. The year-on-year variations reveal steadily dropping percentages, with the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five forecast years suggesting a sharp decrease annually.
Future trends to watch for include developments in recycling technology, environmental regulations impacting secondary copper production, shifts in global copper demand, and industry adjustments that might depress or stimulate refinery outputs. Such factors must be monitored to anticipate alterations beyond 2028.
