Key-man risk is back as China probe puts $7 billion wealth at risk
A police probe into the billionaire siblings behind a fast-growing Chinese battery company has put a fresh spotlight on governance risks in the country.
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China’s record coal output to weigh on prices amid weak demand
China’s coal production is set to climb for the sixth year in a row, reaching a new record.
Chinese mining deals under review as Congo targets windfall profits
The Democratic Republic of Congo wants a mining deal it signed with China more than a decade ago to be reworked.
Fortescue’s green energy group CFO to step down for health reasons
Felicity Gooding, who joined FFI earlier this year as its global head of commercial, will be appointed as acting CFO.
Goldman sees support for global commodity prices from mid-2023
Goldman expects the US central bank to pause its monetary tightening by the second quarter of next year.
Birthplace of gold-rich stars finally revealed
Researchers have revealed the birthplace of stars with an abundance of gold and platinum.
Mountain Province finds new kimberlite around Gahcho Kue mine
The new KE kimberlite is a distinct occurrence that is located on the claims and leases surrounding the Gahcho Kué diamond mine in Canada.
Glencore, Metals Acquisition amend CSA copper mine sale deal
Glencore will still receive $1.1bn for the copper mine in Australia, but the companies have changed payment terms.
European, US demand have become key drivers of metal prices – Trafigura chief
Trafigura executive chairman Jeremy Weir told the FT Commodities Asia Summit on Wednesday that prices had previously been mainly driven by Chinese demand.
