Heatwaves during Australia's most recent summer set new extremes across the Pilbara region, roughly the size of Spain.

Recent price moves and data on China's steel sector, which accounts for just over half of global output, have been bearish.

Over the first six months of 2021, the country produced 1.29 million tonnes, down 2.1% from the same period last year.

The continent is projected to account for almost 11% of global supply this year.

The judicial review by Zijin could be a test case on how other Canadian companies approach their deal making with regards to Chinese investments.

The precious metal has risen about 18% this year, largely on expectations the US central bank would soon deliver rate cuts.

Investment in batteries is expected to surpass $1.6 trillion by 2040.