October 3, 2024

Central banks rein back on gold purchases in August — WGC

The WGC notes that only four central banks added gold (of a tonne or more) to their reserves during the month of August.

October 3, 2024

Chinese delegates jolt LME week with their newfound optimism

For the last couple of years, the biggest consumer and producer has been a buzzkill for metals bulls.

October 3, 2024

Column: Exuberant iron ore, subdued copper show different sides of China stimulus

China's significant stimulus measures have kicked the prices of key metals higher.

October 2, 2024

China’s fast-growing copper champion is reshaping global metal supply

After a three-decade exploration and acquisition blitz, Zijin Mining Group is digging up gold, copper and lithium across multiple continents.

October 2, 2024

Costco adds platinum bars to precious metals offering

The new offering comes at a time when platinum is struggling to match the performance of gold.

October 2, 2024

Gold price rally cools as market awaits more cues

Bullion closed the previous session 1.1% on news of an Iranian missile strike against Israel.

October 2, 2024

IsoEnergy acquires Anfield in uranium deal on road to become major US producer

The deal comes exactly a year after IsoEnergy took over Consolidated Uranium in an all-stock deal.

October 2, 2024

Lack of capital rises to top risk in EY mining survey

Mining companies are seeking a wider range of capital sources, while companies are also considering partnerships or JVs to help reduce risks and financing requirements.

October 2, 2024

LME monitors tightness in aluminum market after spike in spread

The premium of LME October aluminum over November hit $18 a tonne on Wednesday from a premium of $5.85 about three weeks ago.

October 1, 2024

Aluminum squeeze rolls on with key LME spread spiking again

The October monthly contract traded at a $22 premium to November on Tuesday, hitting a new high after the spread jumped by more than $9 the previous day.