July 5, 2023

McKinsey adds to warnings of clean energy metals shortages

The number of the approximately 500 cobalt, copper, lithium and nickel mines operating today will need to increase by as much as 76%, it says.

July 5, 2023

China’s rare earths dominance in focus after mineral export curbs

China said on Monday it will impose export restrictions on gallium and germanium.

July 4, 2023

Argentina mining and energy output up 7.8% in May, driven by crude

The country's crude oil production rose 9% in the month on an annual basis.

July 4, 2023

Global copper melting activity slows in June, despite China strength

The Earth-i global dispersion index fell to 45.9 in June from 46.2 in May.

July 4, 2023

Xi’s metal curbs risk backfiring as G-7 seeks China alternative

The move underscores the dilemma facing President Xi Jinping as he seeks to counter US efforts to prevent China from accessing the chips needed to dominate technology.

July 4, 2023

Toyota aims to halve size, cost, and weight of EV batteries with new solid-state technology

Toyota claims solid-state battery has a 745 mile range, with 10 minute charging time.

July 4, 2023

Sizing up: The oil market vs Top 10 metal markets combined

The oil market is bigger than the 10 largest metal markets combined, with production value exceeding $2 trillion annually.

July 4, 2023

Column: Australia’s exports of energy transition metals to top thermal coal

The impact on energy commodities from the war in Ukraine has faded and prices are expected to be more in line with historical norms.

July 4, 2023

Column: Old economy drags base metals lower in first half of 2023

The LME index of base metals has sunk from a January high of 4,356 to 3,704.

July 4, 2023

Nyrstar considers potential germanium and gallium projects

The company is looking at germanium and gallium projects in Australia, Europe and the United States.