Cochilco cuts Chile 2026 copper output forecast to 5.27 million tonnes

Chile's copper commission Cochilco cut its 2026 mine output forecast to 5.27 million tonnes, down 2.6% from 2025, citing a weak first half. It still projects 5.55 million tonnes for 2027.

• 2026 Chile mine output forecast cut to 5.27 million tonnes
• Down 2.6% from 2025, blamed on a weak first half
• 2027 forecast 5.55 million tonnes