October 22, 2025

Column: US-Australia critical minerals deal underscores the gap to China

Even if more money is committed to developing mining projects and the mid and downstream processing of ores, it would take years to wean Western buyers off Chinese suppliers.

October 21, 2025

Fall in China’s exports of rare earth magnets stokes supply chain fears

China's shipments of rare earth magnets fell 6.1% in September from August, customs data showed.

October 21, 2025

Goldman Sachs flags risk of disruption in supply of rare earths, key minerals

In a note on Monday, the bank said China controls 69% of global rare earth mining, 92% of refining and 98% of magnet manufacturing.

October 21, 2025

Mining investor says US must outspend China on critical minerals

Western governments are still moving too slowly in securing supplies of lithium, rare earths and other materials, says Brian Menell, head of TechMet Ltd.

October 21, 2025

Appian, World Bank start $1B critical minerals fund

Washington-based IFC will anchor the fund, contributing $100 million at first.

October 21, 2025

Rare earth stocks surge in Sydney after Trump’s Australia pact

The pact signals a new way for miners to approach capital raising.

October 21, 2025

Concerned carmakers race to beat China’s rare earths deadline

Even if Chinese suppliers can fulfil fresh orders before the November 8 export controls take effect, the journey by sea to Europe can take 45 days.

October 20, 2025

Minespider, Rare Earth Ventures partner to bring traceability to Australian minerals supply chain

Through this collaboration, the two companies will deploy digital product passports that embed transparent, verifiable data into raw material supply chains.

October 20, 2025

Column: Five key takeaways from London Metal Exchange Week

This year, though, the copper bulls were out in full force in London.

October 20, 2025

Brazil targets rare earth revival as mining council takes shape

More than three years after it was announced, Brazil’s Mining Policy Council has officially been installed.