🟢 Copper and Metals Mining ETF (ICOP) is trading 3.3% up on August 19, 2026 as easing yields support mining shares

ICOP is trading at $55.42 (+3.28%) as easing Treasury yields and a softer dollar support precious-metals and mining shares ahead of FOMC minutes.

• Persistent U.S.-Iran tensions and Strait of Hormuz supply risks continue lifting oil and broader commodity sentiment.
• The move appears sector-driven, although copper itself declined roughly 1.2% in early August 19 trading, limiting conviction.