April 27, 2022

Gold price slumps to two-month low as US dollar rallies

The dollar index charged to its highest level since January 2017.

April 27, 2022

Aluminum price rebounds on China infrastructure push, low inventories

President Xi Jinping on Wednesday called for all-out efforts to spur infrastructure spending.

April 26, 2022

CME steps up battle against LME with new aluminum contracts

CME Group has made major strides in its competition with the larger London Metal Exchange in recent years.

April 26, 2022

Iron ore price up as China vows to support economy

“Policy may be the salvation for China’s iron ore demand this year,” said Commonwealth Bank of Australia.

April 26, 2022

ESG-minded investors pile into coal stock, sparking 1,000% rally

Coal’s stunning ascent is the product of a post-pandemic energy crisis that’s being turbocharged by Russia’s war on Ukraine.

April 26, 2022

Copper price rebounds as China steps up support for economy

China’s central bank vowed to increase monetary support to the real economy, especially for industries and small businesses hit hard by the pandemic.

April 26, 2022

Column: China-exposed commodities take a covid-control tumble

The ongoing lockdowns, with Shanghai now entering its fourth week, have eroded confidence in China's covid-19 policy, writes Clyde Russell.

April 26, 2022

Newmont boosts investment in Yanacocha gold mine in Peru

Miner has increased its planned investments for sulfides project from $2.25bn to $2.5bn, with a firm decision to be made by year-end.

April 25, 2022

Russia’s war is turbocharging the world’s addiction to coal

The world’s addiction to coal, a fuel many thought would soon be on the way out, is now stronger than ever.

April 25, 2022

Gold price slips below $1,900 as rate hike fears get better of safe haven metal

Mobility restrictions in China are also weighing on physical demand for gold, an analyst said.