July 27, 2023

Australia to add to priority critical minerals by year-end

Minister Madeleine King said the government would prioritise support for critical minerals projects that underpin key technologies such as battery chemicals.

July 26, 2023

Iron ore price looks set for a tumble as major stimulus hopes fade

Chinese consumer confidence has been decimated by years of virus lockdowns and delays on new-build properties.

July 26, 2023

Alaska asks US Supreme Court to undo EPA Pebble mine veto

Alaska said the restrictions violate the state’s sovereign right to regulate its lands and waters.

July 26, 2023

US says it must work with Latin America more on key minerals

The Biden administration has begun a push to diversify the US’ sources of important goods and materials and to reduce dependency on China.

July 26, 2023

Pentagon seeks supply of chip mineral gallium after China curbs exports

The Pentagon plans to issue a first-time contract to US or Canadian companies by year-end to recover gallium.

July 26, 2023

Cochilco cuts 2023 copper price forecast to $3.85/lb

The agency had previously set a forecast of $3.90 in May.

July 26, 2023

Column: China’s lead exports lift LME stocks but deplete Shanghai

The Shanghai bulls have so far made little impact on the London market.

July 26, 2023

JPMorgan sees gold price charging to records in 2024 as Fed cuts rates

Gold has rallied around 15% over the past 12 months.

July 26, 2023

Colombia names leftist engineer as new mining minister

Andrés Camacho, 42, will be in charge of Colombia’s transition away from its two main sources of revenue: oil and coal.

July 25, 2023

China’s H1 gold consumption up over 16%

The consumption figure excludes reserve purchases by the People's Bank of China.