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Copper: futures ETC or producer ETF

Copper is not a precious metal but belongs in the same conversation: it is the physical base of electrification, grid upgrades and data centres.

Thijs MolenaarWritten by Redacteur beleggen, Den HaagUpdated Checked by the editorial desk
Ticker
COPA / COPX
ISIN
JE00B2QY0H68
Issuer
WisdomTree / Global X
Ongoing charges
±0,49% per jaar
Structure
Futures-backed ETC or equity ETF of copper producers

Figures are indicative and checked periodically. Always verify the ISIN, ongoing charges and index in the issuer's latest KID and factsheet before you invest.

Futures ETC: mind the roll

Copper is not vaulted like gold, so ETCs hold futures and must roll them. In contango each roll costs return.

Miners as an alternative

Producer ETFs avoid roll costs but add project, political and equity market risk.

Frequently asked questions

What is contango?

A curve where later contracts cost more than nearby.

This is information, not investment advice. Past performance says nothing about future returns; you can lose your investment.

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