United States Copper Index Fund (CPER)
| Assets | $737.54M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.97% |
| PE Ratio | n/a |
| Shares Out | 18.70M |
| Dividend (ttm) | n/a |
| Dividend Yield | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Payout Ratio | n/a |
| Volume | 530,984 |
| Open | 40.17 |
| Previous Close | 40.07 |
| Day's Range | 40.14 - 40.83 |
| 52-Week Low | 27.37 |
| 52-Week High | 40.97 |
| Beta | 0.49 |
| Holdings | 25 |
| Inception Date | Nov 15, 2011 |
About CPER
Fund Home PageThe United States Copper Index Fund (CPER) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the SummerHaven Copper index. The fund tracks a rules-based index of copper futures contracts selected based on the shape of the copper futures curve. CPER was launched on Nov 15, 2011 and is issued by Marygold.
Top 10 Holdings
91.65% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Drey Inst Pref Gov Mm Inst 6546 | n/a | 28.48% |
| Copper Future Dec 26 | n/a | 16.52% |
| Copper Future Mar 27 | n/a | 16.52% |
| Copper Future Sept 26 | n/a | 16.51% |
| Trs Mbl Cper Mqcp428e 08062026 | n/a | 3.45% |
| Bny Cash Reserve | n/a | 3.13% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 11.17.26 | 2.09% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 11.24.26 | 2.08% |
| Cash | n/a | 1.49% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 10.06.26 | 1.40% |
Performance
CPER had a total return of 46.78% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.34%.
News
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The U.S. consumes only 6% to 7% of the world's copper but now holds close to 70% of visible exchange inventory. Saxo Bank's head of commodity strategy says some of it could stay put.
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Copper may hit new high as AI demand collides with deadly storms, strategists say
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Why companies are swapping copper for aluminium
The spike in copper prices to a record high earlier this year has added weight to arguments for switching from copper to cheaper and lighter aluminium in a range of sectors.
The Copper Demand is Exceeding The Global Supply Says Groves
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KG on Software's Sell-Off, TXN Rally & Copper Pressure
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Copper king Chile faces acid supply crunch as China exports dry up
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Why the US Is Pushing to Rebuild Its Copper Supply
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Where Is the Economy Headed? Copper Offers a Clue.
The red metal's selloff looks extreme. The upside trend is still intact.
LA Mayor on switching to solar streetlights because of copper theft
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Copper joins gold in broad commodities sell-off. There's a worrying reason behind it
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How the Iran war is squeezing metals markets and key industries
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Copper Price Forecast – Strong Structural Demand Supports Higher Prices After Consolidation
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Why Copper's Record Rally May Be Running Out of Steam
WSJ's Jinjoo Lee breaks down why copper prices climbed recently — and explains why they may get a reality check soon despite a bullish long-term outlook. #Copper #Investing #WSJ
Precious metals, oil slide as global tensions ease; copper down
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Copper prices crash 10% from peak, but fundamentals point to long-term rebound
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Copper, Russell 2000, DXY and USD/MXN Forecast – Wide Range of Markets Moving Today
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Why Platinum, Copper, and Other Commodities May Have Further to Run
Strong demand, years of underinvestment, and deglobalization trends are reinforcing the case for higher prices across metals and energy.
Copper Prices Top $14,500 a Ton For First Time
Copper prices gained as much as 11% to trade above $14,500 a ton for the first time ever Thursday afternoon. Timna Tanners from Wells Fargo talks about the rally in metals and says copper shortages we...
Gold, Silver and Copper reach new highs amid record rally
CNBC's Pippa Stevens reports on news regarding the metals trade.
China's Metals Mania Sends Copper Soaring as Gold Falls From Record High
Copper surged by the most in more than 16 years after a wave of buying from Chinese investors, with prices gaining as much as 11% to trade above $14,500 a ton for the first time ever. Bloomberg's Mike...
Copper tops $14,000 mark as speculation, mine disruptions fuel metals surge
On Thursday, benchmark copper on the London Metal Exchange soared to a record high, surpassing $14,000 per metric ton. The copper surge was primarily driven by speculation, following mine disruptions...
Copper prices touch a record high as metals go ‘absolutely bonkers' right now
Prices for gold, copper and other metals are going “absolutely bonkers” right now, says a Marex analyst.
Copper Prices Hit a Record High. Why a Blowup Could Be Coming Soon.
As copper prices continue to surge, analysts disagree over whether a correction is on the way.
Copper's ascent above $14,000 creates investor dilemma
Copper's red-hot run to above $14,000 a metric ton on Thursday leaves investors facing a decision over whether or not to chase the market higher.
Metals: Gold, Silver, Copper Rally Amid Weaker Dollar
The record-breaking rally in commodities gained fresh momentum as gold, copper and silver hit new highs amid a weaker dollar and rising geopolitical tensions. Bloomberg's Mark Cudmore breaks down the ...
BHP CEO Says Copper Demand Is 'Ubiquitous'
BHP CEO Mike Henry discusses metal markets and the "ubiquitous" demand for copper. He also talks about the company's portfolio and copper flows in the US.
Copper Is Sending A Message — Markets Are Finally Listening
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Copper theft SURGES alongside high prices
FOX Business' Max Gorden reports on the surge in copper theft as prices for the metal rise on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Copper Prices Fall After Peak. Why Goldman Says a Correction May Be Coming.
Copper prices look set to fall from all-time highs, says Goldman Sachs