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Carrying cost
Cost of holding an asset over time
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Short definition
The cost of holding an asset for a given period. For metal inventory, this may include funding, storage and insurance. Calculations depend on quantity, duration, units and contractual terms. The opportunity cost of equity funding differs from interest actually charged; physical withdrawal fees depend on the metal being removed.
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Intuition
Capital remains committed and storage charges accumulate while an inventory position is held.
Primary sources
- CME, Glendale warehouse, September 2026Copper storage and withdrawal charges; financing terms depend on the holder.