U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a proposed 50% tariff on copper imports has raised concerns in Chile and Peru, which together account for nearly 40% of global copper production.

Trump announced a 50% tariff on copper imports Tuesday, triggering a jump in U.S. copper prices that could cause an increase in metal theft.

By Ana Isabel Martinez and Daina Beth Solomon MEXICO CITY/SANTIAGO (Reuters) -President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Wednesday Mexico could redirect the copper it typically sends to the U.S. to avoid tariffs from the Trump administration,