Supply squeeze sparks 122% rally in little-known metal market
The world’s hottest metals market at the moment is molybdenum, the obscure commodity that’s used to help toughen steel.
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HSBC says greenwash risks have potential to impede market access
The decision comes as financial watchdogs make increasingly clear they won’t tolerate exaggerated or false ESG claims.
Site visits: Arizona copper juniors shaping up in support of future US supplies
A handful of Arizona-focused copper juniors are making progress delineating resources and fine-tuning potential development plans towards feeding an independent, western supply chain.
LME nickel to trade in Asian hours for first time since crisis
The LME has been seeking to restart trading during Asian hours for several months.
Death toll rises after coal mine collapses in northern China
Police are investigating the cause of the disaster at the open pit operation in Inner Mongolia.
Los Andes Copper PFS puts $2.8bn NPV on Vizcachitas project
The initial life of mine is 26 years, during which Vizcachitas is expected to produce 8.8 billion lb. copper, 273.3 million lb. molybdenum and 32.7 million oz. silver.
Column: War in Ukraine shows commodity markets are robust, adaptable
One year after Russia invaded Ukraine, it's clear that markets are remarkably resilient and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
Rio Tinto to spend $40m on Diavik diamond mine expansion
The approved first phase of the expansion project will extend Diavik’s productive life to at least early 2026.
Mosaic misses quarterly profit estimate amid lower demand for fertilizers
Although prices of fertilizers decreased towards the end of last year, it did not boost demand as farmers waited for pricing trends to stabilize.
