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Antofagasta copper output hit by drought

South American miner Antofagasta reported falling copper production after water shortages weighed on operations.

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Antofagasta's copper production in the first three months of 2023 was 45,900 tonnes. Although in-line with guidance, this was down 25% quarter-on-quarter.