Chile-based miner Antofagasta believes copper’s good run is set to continue as it reported a jump in profits and a hiked dividend. Iván Arriagada, chief executive, said the “outlook is favourable”, as copper expects to be in long-term demand for electrical wiring in houses, cars, and gadgets. “We’re positive on where the copper market is going,” he said. “There will be volatility but the price is going in the right direction.”