February 27, 2023

China lithium probe shuts down a tenth of global supply

Some lithium operations in Yichun, Jiangxi province, have been halted as Beijing officials investigate alleged violations at the mines.

February 24, 2023

Gold investors still MIA

Their massive stage-three buying hasn’t even started yet, according to the best proxy for global gold investment demand.

February 24, 2023

Chinese group heads to LME with plan to draw a line under nickel crisis

Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt plans to discuss an application to register the company’s nickel for delivery on the exchange.

February 24, 2023

Copper price back below $9,000 as Chinese demand disappoints

The dollar also reached a seven-week high, making metals costlier for buyers with other currencies.

February 24, 2023

Lithium producers defy mining sector slump with surging profits

Lithium producers in Australia saw profits surge on the back of high prices last year.

February 24, 2023

US announces tariffs on Russian metals including aluminum

The White House will raise tariffs on more than 100 Russian metals, minerals and chemical products.

February 23, 2023

Newmont’s M&A drive offers path from decade-long gold rut

They want to become the Exxon of the gold sector — so big that the generalist investor thinks of them when they think of gold," says analyst.

February 23, 2023

Supply squeeze sparks 122% rally in little-known metal market

The world’s hottest metals market at the moment is molybdenum, the obscure commodity that’s used to help toughen steel.

February 23, 2023

HSBC says greenwash risks have potential to impede market access

The decision comes as financial watchdogs make increasingly clear they won’t tolerate exaggerated or false ESG claims.

February 23, 2023

LME nickel to trade in Asian hours for first time since crisis

The LME has been seeking to restart trading during Asian hours for several months.