In macroeconomic discussions, particularly concerning the Chilean economy, "factura de cobre" (copper invoice) refers to the industry's total contribution to national development and fiscal coffers.
: Historically, "factura de cobre" can also refer to the physical minting or manufacture of copper objects, such as specific regional copper coins produced in the 18th century. Current Copper Market Snapshot Factura de cobre
: Chile has been the world's largest producer since 1983, currently producing about 24% of the global supply . Commercial and Historical Usage Commercial and Historical Usage : Approximately 5
: Approximately 5.669 USD/lb as of March 2026. AI responses may include mistakes
: In international trade, "manufactura de cobre" (copper manufacturing) is a key export category for countries like Mexico when shipping to China, often bundled with automotive and machinery sectors.
: Trading around 5.97–5.98 USD as of late April 2026. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more On-line version ISSN 0718-3305 - Scielo.cl