Zijin to launch Congo’s first lithium output in June from disputed Manono deposit
Zijin had previously indicated a first‑quarter 2026 start.
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Nornickel reports 36% rise in net profit
The major producer of refined nickel and palladium said 2025 revenue increased by 10%.
White Gold to create critical minerals explorer in Yukon Territory
The spin-out will hold six properties that host several large-scale targets prospective for copper, molybdenum, tungsten, antimony, zinc and bismuth.
Exxaro to review boosting dividend as it diversifies from coal
Exxaro’s longer-term outlook will depend on working with South Africa’s Transnet to improve logistics.
Silver’s historic surge fuels rush to sell heirlooms and coins
Coin and jewelry shops are seeing a rush of customers seeking to sell their collectibles, silverware and family treasures.
Silver price extends volatile run with surge above $86
Spot prices rose as much as 6.6% to over $86 an ounce, near its highest in a week.
Congo copper exports rose 10% last year as China drives output
Congo’s expanding output provides some relief to a copper market that’s suffered a series of supply shocks.
Hindalco sees up to $1.6B impact from fire at unit’s New York plant
Earlier in the day, Ford Motor flagged that it saw lower production in the fourth quarter due to the Novelis fires.
Australia’s St Barbara unveils bold Canadian push
The miner was quietly building its exploration target pipeline as others fled the province of Nova Scotia.
