China’s annual coal demand to fall for first time in eight years, industry group says
Coal use also fell this year in the steel and building industries but was partially offset by growth in the chemical sector.
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Congo miners urge urgent talks to clear cobalt export backlog
China is unlikely to see cobalt shipments from Congo’s new export quota before April, a veteran analyst said.
Nornickel fully restores cobalt production after repairs from 2022 fire
After the reconstruction, the plant's annual capacity will reach up to 3,000 tons of metallic cobalt.
Global scramble for critical minerals to shape markets in 2026: BMI
BMI sees tight supply, industrial policy and critical minerals competition steering mining investment in 2026.
Anglo scraps executive bonus vote as Teck merger decision looms
Investors vote Dec. 9 on Anglo’s $53B Teck merger, a deal that could reshape copper output if regulators clear it.
Anson Resources inks lithium supply MoU with Nusano for nuclear use
Anson will supply lithium chloride samples from its Green River project in Utah.
Congo sets new export conditions to keep tight grip on cobalt
The new conditions require miners, among other things, to pre-pay a 10% royalty within 48 hours and secure a compliance certificate.
Silver, copper eclipse gold as top metals bets on supply fears
Since bullion hit a record on Oct. 20, it’s moved mostly sideways, while silver has gained more than 11% to a fresh record and copper has climbed almost 9%.