India, Oct. 24 -- Copper is becoming increasingly important to the global economy. From electricity networks and electric vehicles to renewable energy installations, the metal sits at the centre of expanding power infrastructure. However, meeting future demand through mining alone could prove challenging, creating an opportunity for companies that recover copper from scrap.

For Indian investors, this puts a handful of listed recycling businesses on the radar. Their opportunity extends beyond higher copper prices: processing more scrap and moving into higher-value products could support growth, provided companies manage sourcing costs and execute expansions efficiently.

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