TOKYO -- U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of tariffs is roiling the international copper market, with the "Shanghai premium" facing Chinese importers creating ripple effects elsewhere.
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Trump tariff threat drives up 'Shanghai premium' on copper
Panic-buying leads to higher costs in China and elsewhere
U.S. traders bought up copper on fears of tariffs, driving up prices in China, the world's largest copper consumer. (Photo obtained by Nikkei)
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