Copper Rod prices in the German spot market remained stable in the second quarter, driven by significant contributions from macroeconomic factors. A weaker US dollar provided a strong foundation for Copper Bar prices, expected to be the final move for the German exchange rate. Copper bullion stocks remained stable, and smelters operated consistently. Buyer demand for Copper rod remained stable, with purchases aligning with demand fluctuations. Simultaneously, the decarbonization and electrification of copper smelters sustained high consumption rates, supporting the stability of copper bar prices. However, economic deterioration in the latter half of the quarter led to a decline in domestic consumption, pushing the German economy into recession due to accelerated inflation. Weakening terms of trade, both locally and internationally, resulted in reduced purchasing power and increased local inventory of copper bars. In response, the German government imposed countervailing duties on cheap