The Best Copper ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Copper ETFs.
Copper ETFs and funds provide exposure to copper through physically-backed holdings and futures contracts or through equities of copper mining and producer companies. As a core industrial metal, copper demand is closely tied to global economic activity, construction, and electrification trends such as electric vehicles, grid infrastructure, and renewable energy — making it a widely watched barometer of industrial growth.
- Number of ETFs
- 10
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.78%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 2.85%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 79.78%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 60 / 100
The Best Copper ETFs
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| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X Copper Producers Index ETF | Copper | May 16, 2022 | 0.65% | 11.11% | — | 0.16% | 52 | ||||||||
| Global X Copper Producer Equity Covered Call ETF | Copper, Derivative Income | Dec 1, 2025 | 0.65% | 12.09% | — | 4.14% | — |
Best Copper ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Copper ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are COPA (72) and EMET (69).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Themes Copper Miners ETF | 72 | — | Sep 2024 | |
| VanEck Copper and Green Metals ETF | 69 | 42.22M | Nov 2021 | |
| iShares Copper and Metals Mining ETF | 61 | 468.27M | Jun 2023 | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | 60 | 8.06B | Apr 2010 | |
| Sprott Junior Copper Miners ETF | 56 | 166.64M | Feb 2023 |
Best-Performing Copper ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Copper ETFs is COPX (19.08%).
Across the lineup, Copper ETFs show an average 1-year return of 79.78% and an average 5-year return of 13.09%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | 19.08% | 8.06B | Apr 2010 | |
| United States Copper Index Fund | 7.10% | 343.15M | Nov 2011 |
Lowest-Cost Copper ETFs
The top Copper ETFs is COPA (0.35%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.78%, Copper ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Themes Copper Miners ETF | 0.35% | — | Sep 2024 | |
| iShares Copper and Metals Mining ETF | 0.47% | 468.27M | Jun 2023 | |
| VanEck Copper and Green Metals ETF | 0.61% | 42.22M | Nov 2021 | |
| Sprott Copper Miners ETF | 0.65% | 318.41M | Mar 2024 | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | 0.65% | 8.06B | Apr 2010 |
Highest-Yield Copper ETFs
The top Copper ETFs is COPJ (11.54%).
Across the lineup, Copper ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.85%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprott Junior Copper Miners ETF | 11.54% | 166.64M | Feb 2023 | |
| Kurv Copper & Mining Enhanced Income ETF | 5.29% | — | Feb 2026 | |
| Themes Copper Miners ETF | 3.74% | — | Sep 2024 | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | 2.42% | 8.06B | Apr 2010 | |
| Sprott Copper Miners ETF | 2.12% | 318.41M | Mar 2024 |
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