September 10, 2023 US, Saudi Arabia in talks to secure metals in Africa – WSJ A state-backed Saudi venture would buy stakes in mining assets worth $15 billion in African countries, which will permit US companies to buy some of the production.
September 8, 2023 AI helps researchers design rare-earth-free magnets High-performance magnets are essential for wind energy, data storage, electric vehicles, and magnetic refrigeration.
September 7, 2023 China’s CMOC to boost Congo copper output after ending row with Gecamines The group will raise its copper output in Democratic Republic of Congo to 600,000 metric tons next year.
September 7, 2023 ICMM releases guidelines to tackle Scope 3 emissions Document provides a standardised framework for mining and metals firms to calculate and disclose their value chain emissions.
September 6, 2023 EU lawmakers see recycling as key in search for critical minerals The industry committee of the European Parliament will vote on its position on Thursday on the Critical Raw Materials Act.
September 6, 2023 Prefeasibility for FPX Nickel’s Baptiste project puts NPV over $2 billion The company intends to develop a high-margin, long-life, large-scale and low-carbon mine. It will produce a 60% nickel concentrate for direct feed into the stainless steel industry.
August 31, 2023 Lifezone reports strong results at Kabanga nickel project ahead of feasibility The drill results come almost two months after Lifezone began trading on the NYSE, following the business combination between Lifezone Holdings and special purpose acquisition company GoGreen Investments.
August 31, 2023 Top investors seek damages from Glencore over prospectus claims Almost 200 funds are seeking compensation for losses they allegedly suffered because of Glencore’s "untrue statements" and omissions.
August 30, 2023 India to start critical mineral blocks auction process this year The blocks are for minerals including nickel, lithium, cobalt and platinum, along with rare earths.
August 29, 2023 China zooms in on Latin America, Africa in critical minerals race — report China is expected to continue building its influence over key minerals such as lithium and cobalt across the developing world, according to S&P Global.
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am
