J.P. Morgan Upgrades Glencore to Overweight Amid Copper Growth Outlook
J.P. Morgan upgraded mining giant Glencore (GLCNF) (GLNCY) from Neutral to Overweight, citing improved visibility in its copper growth pipeline following years of declining production volumes. The firm raised its price target for the stock to £7.30 from £5.10 and expects a roughly 30% increase in copper output. The upgrade reflects growing confidence in Glencore's ability to capitalize on rising global demand, particularly as electric vehicle adoption accelerates. J.P. Morgan also highlighted Antofagasta (ANTO.L) as its top pick for the copper sector due to strong operational performance and a favorable cost structure relative to peers. The move is seen as positive for investors in base metals, with analysts emphasizing that Glencore's strategic positioning could benefit from sustained demand growth.
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