Moody’s bullish on base metals, US steel
Base metals should continue to do well in 2018 along with the US steel industry, though American coal will continue to lose ground to natural gas.
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This coal miner shows limits of Trump’s bid to rescue industry
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US Commerce Department proposes hefty import curbs on steel, aluminum
Some U.S. lawmakers and steel and aluminum users have urged caution in any restrictions to avoid disruptions or price spikes in the raw materials.
US seeks to boost output of 35 minerals, reduce import reliance
The administration wants to identify new domestic sources of critical minerals and increase domestic exploration, mining and recycling.
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Natural Resources Canada chooses partners to research rare earths production
During the research project, rare-earth-element ("REE") solutions will be prepared at the facilities of Ontario-based Process Research Ortech Inc.
Sweden hunts for cobalt as electrical vehicle race boosts demand
Sweden will step up efforts to find precious minerals such as cobalt and lithium, key battery components that are in demand among makers of EVs.
