Researchers found the Hamersley deposits in Western Australia formed between 1.4 and 1.1 billion years ago, rather than 2.2 billion years ago as previously estimated.  

Anglo plans to divest less profitable assets and focus on expanding copper output.

Nippon Steel also faces objections from the powerful United Steelworkers (USW) union, which fears the deal could lead to job losses.

Simandou, one of the world’s most significant iron ore developments, is set to challenge the Pilbara’s dominance soon.  

ArcelorMittal announced on Thursday the end ofthe blockade at its facilities in the southern state of Michoacan.

China's imports of major commodities are often viewed through the prism of the performance of, and outlook for, the world's second-biggest economy.

Iron ore is one of the year’s worst performing major commodities, slumping by almost a quarter as China’s property crisis drags on.

Property investment in China fell 10.1% in the first half of 2024 from a year earlier.