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Wood Mackenzie analysis links AI demand and geopolitical risks to base metals markets

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Lindsay Grant was appointed Vice President of Metals and Mining Research at Wood Mackenzie. Wood Mackenzie's latest analysis indicates that global base metals markets are being reshaped by geopolitical supply shocks, resource nationalism, and the escalating power crunch from AI demand. The firm notes that the global data centre pipeline exceeding 250 GW is accelerating competition for strategic materials like copper and aluminium.

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The metals required for AI infrastructure, including transmission networks and substations, are creating a new source of structural demand. However, despite high commodity prices, project sanctioning remains low due to permitting delays and geopolitical uncertainty, creating a collision between accelerating demand and complex supply delivery.

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  • Lindsay GrantVice President of Metals and Mining Research at Wood Mackenzie
  • Wood MackenzieGlobal research and consultancy firm publishing the market analysis

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