Caterpillar sells equipment used to mine the copper that’s needed for data centers, while Caterpillar’s construction equipment is needed to put up the buildings.
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US Agency Proposes Including Copper in Critical Minerals
The Trump administration has made the revival of U.S. metals and minerals production a key priority with a focus on copper, which is used in transportation.
August 25, 2025GovernmentBusiness
Trump Raises Stakes Over Copper Project With CEOs
Rio Tinto Group and BHP Group leaders met with Trump to discuss the Resolution project in Arizona.
August 20, 2025GovernmentBusiness
US Copper Firms Hike Prices Even After Trump Tariff Reprieve
Southwire and Cerro Wire announced price increases of 5% across a range of copper wire products.
August 19, 2025BusinessTechnology
Mitsubishi to Invest $600 Million in Hudbay Copper Project
Demand for copper is poised to surge in the coming decades, driven by the rollout of electric vehicles, renewable energy projects and data centers.
August 13, 2025