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Thursday, October 15, 2026

Antofagasta Copper Production Increases 7% in Latest Quarter

Higher output at Los Pelambres mine drives overall production gains.

Business & Markets • 2 hours ago
Antofagasta Copper Production Increases 7% in Latest Quarter

Antofagasta PLC reported a 7% increase in copper production for its latest reporting period. The rise was primarily attributed to improved output at its Los Pelambres mine, located in Chile.

The company's operations in Chile, which include Los Pelambres, Centinela, and Antucoya, are key contributors to its overall production figures. The increase at Los Pelambres signals a positive trend in operational efficiency and resource extraction for the mining giant.


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