Ivanhoe's Robert Friedland Talks "Massive Military Demand" for Metals
Jan 23, 2024
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Robert Friedland, Founder and Executive Co-chairman of Ivanhoe Mines, discusses the challenges in the metals market, the impact of Fed rates on copper outlook, military demand for metals, and the greening of the economy. They also explore the potential of the Democratic Republic of Congo as a top copper producer and the environmental implications of mining.
Strong global demand for copper is driven by military needs and the greening of the economy.
Copper prices could reach $15,000 per ton, stimulating investment in new copper mines.
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Copper Demand and Investment
Despite supply shocks and concerns over Chinese demand, copper is expected to see a price increase according to Robert Friedland. He dismisses bearish arguments, highlighting strong global demand, especially from India and Europe, driven by military needs and the greening of the world economy. The shortage of metals, including copper, is inevitable, and legacy mines are struggling to meet production demands. Friedland believes copper prices could reach $15,000 per ton, stimulating more investment in new copper mines.
Ivanhoe Mines Founder and Executive Co-chairman Robert Friedland discusses challenges in the metals market, the impact of Fed rates on the outlook for copper and global demand driven by military needs and the greening of the economy. He speaks with Bloomberg's Katie Greifeld.