January 9, 2023 Central bank gold buying continues in November as China joins the foray — report Central banks bought a further 50 tonnes on a net basis during November 2022, representing a 47% increase from October's (revised) 34 tonnes, the latest World Gold Council data shows.
January 8, 2023 First Quantum could suspend Panama jobs due to gov’t order to halt operations The Canadian miner said it would suspend jobs if forced to halt operations.
January 6, 2023 Startup’s satellite technology could change weather forecasting for mining For decades companies have repackaged data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The data, by the time it reaches people, is already three days old.
January 6, 2023 Column: New year, new nickel market after LME’s 2022 meltdown? The LME contract has returned, but it is much diminished.
January 6, 2023 What to watch as China gives commodities a wild start to year Commodities are having a volatile start to the year as China’s virus tsunami and policy shifts leave investors scrambling to calibrate expectations for 2023.
January 6, 2023 China boosts coal output, eases Australia ban to bolster energy security The increasing need to secure energy supplies after easing covid-19 restrictions has pushed China to gradually resume Australian coal imports.
January 5, 2023 Ruling in Thacker Pass lithium mine case expected within months Chief Judge Miranda Du held a Thursday hearing to review the contention from ranchers, environmentalists and Indigenous groups.
January 5, 2023 Global copper smelting dips in December after weak 2022 – satellite data Global smelting activity for 2022 fell to its lowest level in six years.
January 5, 2023 China coal buyers may be left wanting in Australia even after ban lifted China's state planner has allowed three central government-backed utilities and its top steelmaker to resume coal imports from Australia.
January 4, 2023 Chile mining royalty bill progresses after committee approves The bill now passes to a Treasury commission, where it will again be reviewed and need approval before it goes to a final vote.
ERG signs long-term gallium supply deal with Mitsubishi Kazakhstan, which currently produces no gallium, is set to become the world's second-largest producer. December 20, 2025 | 08:34 am
