Doctor Copper’s Bad Diagnosis By Young Research - May 20, 2010 PhD. Copper points to weakening global economic growth. A break below the support line would likely signal a quickening in the pace of decline. Stay tuned into the price action in copper futures. Share this: Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR US Economy Grows 2.1% in Final Q1 2026 GDP Estimate Trump Eases Some Metals Tariffs to Boost US Industry US Tariff Risks Drive Volatility in Global Copper Prices