Hong Kong pulls in large gold bars ahead of clearing launch The 400-ounce bars are typically traded by banks and sovereign entities in London, but are less common in the Asian market. Bloomberg News | June 22, 2026 | 7:18 am
EU courts Brazil as strategic partner in global race for critical minerals The European approach emphasizes sustainable business and local rare earth processing, aligning with Brazil's push to export higher-value processed minerals. Reuters | June 22, 2026 | 7:06 am
China blacklists MP Materials, USA Rare Earth in critical minerals war Beijing's latest trade restrictions deepen a growing struggle over supply chains vital to defence and advanced manufacturing. Staff Writer | June 22, 2026 | 4:58 am
Timeline: The Oyu Tolgoi saga From discovery to blockade: the twists, deals and disputes behind Mongolia's giant Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold mine. MINING.COM Editors | June 22, 2026 | 3:50 am
UK to invest $66 million in critical minerals to reduce import reliance The move builds on more than £200 million already committed to the sector. Reuters | June 21, 2026 | 4:49 pm
China coking coal extends loss on prospects of rising supply The most-traded coking coal contract on the Dalian Commodity Exchange slipped 1.93%. Reuters | June 21, 2026 | 4:49 pm
Vietnam’s Masan plans tungsten mine expansion as it courts foreign capital The company owns the Nui Phao mine, one of the largest tungsten mines outside China. Bloomberg News | June 21, 2026 | 4:40 pm
A market, a state, and a treaty Inside an interview with the CEO of Kazatomprom, the world's largest uranium producer. Erik Groves | June 21, 2026 | 9:13 am
Aluminum’s war shock blunted by dark transits and Chinese supply Stark disagreements are emerging on how quickly the market will recover from the squeeze. Bloomberg News | June 21, 2026 | 9:08 am