September 11, 2023 Copper price climbs amid Chinese currency recovery New bank lending in China beat expectations by nearly quadrupling in August from July as the central bank sought to shore up economic growth.
September 11, 2023 Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting takes major stake in Liontown Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart has positioned herself as the kingmaker in Albemarle’s $4.3bn takeover bid for Liontown Resources.
September 8, 2023 Iron ore price falls as China watches exaggerated price moves Chinese authorities are again closely watching market dynamics, having discussed price movements with some futures companies.
September 7, 2023 Leadership doubts threaten Fortescue founder’s green reinvention The firm’s reputation for capital discipline seems to have “gone out the window” with the green-energy push, said one analyst.
September 7, 2023 Sweden’s H2 Green Steel raises $1.6bn for Boden plant Boden is expected to be the world's first large-scale green steel plant.
September 7, 2023 China state planner says to step up oversight of iron ore market In March and April, the state planner issued several similar warnings to step up supervision of iron ore markets.
September 7, 2023 US, EU plan new steel tariffs aimed at China, others The measures would primarily target imports from China that benefit from non-market practices.
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 South African mines to get a faster route to Mozambique port The Logistics Co. plans to open a trucks-only crossing at Komatipoort, just north of South Africa’s main Lebombo entry point into Mozambique.
September 6, 2023 Fortescue says executive exodus reflects green shift Since reaching a year-high peak in July, Fortescue’s shares have fallen more than 15% in Sydney.
Australia’s VHM scraps offtake deal with Shenghe Resources The Goschen project is VHM's flagship development, focused on extracting critical minerals such as rare earth elements and titanium. January 11, 2026 | 04:08 pm
US to push for quicker action in reducing reliance on China for rare earths Aside from Japan, G7 members remain heavily dependent on critical minerals from China, which has threatened to impose strict export controls. January 11, 2026 | 09:07 am
Rio Tinto’s bid for Glencore piles pressure on BHP If BHP keeps out of the current talks, it may consider another deal to retain its leadership. January 11, 2026 | 07:49 am