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Copper prices could break through $15 000 for the first time as soon as this week, analysts said on Tuesday, as investors position for another round of US economic data and President Donald Trump keeps the market guessing on import tariffs. Benchmark copper on the London Metal Exchange hit an all-time peak of $14 779 per metric ton, climbing for a fourth straight session as the rally showed no sign of slowing.