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Metals

XCU/USD

Trade copper against the US dollar with tight spreads and transparent STP execution.

Trading Specifications

XCU/USD Specs

Symbol

XCUUSD

Contract Size

1

Min Lot Size

1.00

Max Lot Size

1250.00

Lot Step

1.00

Digits

3

Margin

15%

Swap Long

661.36 pts

Swap Short

-1307.52 pts

Triple swap day

Wednesday ×3

About XCU/USD

XCU/USD represents the price of copper per tonne quoted in US dollars, one of the most actively traded industrial metals in global markets. Copper is a vital component in construction, electrical wiring, renewable energy infrastructure, and manufacturing, making it a barometer of global economic health and industrial demand. With daily trading volumes in the millions of tonnes, copper CFDs attract traders ranging from hedgers to speculators seeking exposure to commodity price movements.

Copper prices are driven by several macroeconomic factors: global GDP growth and construction activity, central bank monetary policy, US dollar strength, supply disruptions from major producers like Chile and Peru, and geopolitical tensions affecting mining regions. Additionally, the shift toward renewable energy and electric vehicle manufacturing has intensified demand for copper, creating sustained price volatility and trading opportunities.

At GCC Brokers, XCU/USD is available as a CFD with STP execution and no manual intervention, at transparent pricing. Trade copper on our Zero and Standard accounts with flexible leverage, real-time price feeds, and the ability to profit from both rising and falling markets without taking physical delivery.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

At GCC Brokers, XCU/USD trades Monday to Friday from 04:05 to 21:00 server time (GMT+3 in summer, GMT+2 in winter), following London Metal Exchange (LME) trading. Liquidity is highest and spreads are most competitive during the main LME session.

Spreads on XCU/USD start from competitive levels and vary depending on market volatility and liquidity. GCC Brokers Zero account holders benefit from tight, variable spreads, while Standard accounts offer wider spreads with no commission—both backed by our STP execution model with no manual interventions.

Copper prices move on global economic growth expectations, manufacturing output, construction activity, and USD weakness (inverse relationship). Supply constraints from major mining regions, central bank stimulus decisions, and the green energy transition also significantly influence copper valuations in both directions.

XCU/USD is a cash-settled CFD; you never take physical possession of copper. When you close your position, profit or loss is calculated in USD and credited directly to your trading account, making it ideal for traders seeking commodity exposure without logistical complexity.

XCU/USD suits macro traders, commodity speculators, hedgers with industrial exposure, and investors seeking diversification beyond forex and equities. Its strong correlation with global growth makes it valuable during economic transitions, though traders should understand commodity volatility and use appropriate risk management given geopolitical and supply-side sensitivities.

Related Instruments

XAU/USDXAG/USDXAU/EURXAU/CNHXPT/USD

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