March 8, 2023

Panama and First Quantum agree on details for copper mine contract

The new contract guarantees a minimum annual income of $375 million to the Central American government.

March 8, 2023

Battery bonanza is being sparked by coal’s exit in Australia

Australia’s rapid shift from coal-fired power to cleaner alternatives is underwriting a boom in battery projects able to store solar and wind energy.

March 8, 2023

One year after nickel fiasco, LME left with multiple headaches

The 146-year old exchange is fighting to mend its reputation amid a host of lawsuits, vigorous action by regulators and struggling volumes.

March 8, 2023

Platinum deficit in 2023 to be deeper than expected – WPIC

Power supply risks, operational challenges limit supply growth.

March 7, 2023

“Lithium OPEC” in South America could drive away investment, says Sigma Lithium CEO

Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Brazil would cooperate to expand their processing capacity, open battery plants and make EVs locally.

March 7, 2023

LME faces further legal action in London court

The exchange is facing further legal action in London by a company called Double Eight Ltd.

March 7, 2023

Peru to unleash stranded copper with roadblocks largely cleared

Peru expects shipments of commodities will begin to normalize within days as the nation’s worst street protests in decades ease.

March 7, 2023

Argentina moves to stop wetlands bill from foiling lithium boom

The country has been working on legislation to protect its wetlands amid sprawling fires often blamed on farmers.

March 6, 2023

Cobalt market saw record-breaking supply boom in 2022

Mined cobalt supply grew by 23% to 187,060 tons in 2022, in a supply swell that wiped out a large deficit seen in 2021.

March 6, 2023

Metals catch a chill as Beijing shies away from major stimulus

Commodities from copper to iron ore fell after China set a cautious economic growth target of about 5% for the year.