India classifies coking coal as critical mineral to boost output
The measure should spur mining by removing regulatory barriers including mandatory public consultations, the government said.
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Solway to restart Guatemala nickel plant after price surge
The amounts involved are a small fraction of global nickel supplies, estimated by analysts at around four million metric tons this year.
India to unveil incentives for lithium, nickel processing
The incentive plan proposes a 15% capital subsidy for eligible investments in lithium and nickel-processing projects starting on or after April 1.
Tungsten price rises to record highs as export curbs turn up supply heat
Prices of ammonium paratungstate, used to make tungsten metal, were trading at $1,125 to $1,150 per metric ton unit in China.
Antofagasta 2025 copper output misses guidance
The Chilean miner reported a 1.6% fall in 2025 copper production to 653,700 metric tons.
Sibanye-Stillwater aims to halve $2.2 billion debt by 2028
The miner has been buoyed by a rebound in platinum group metals (PGM) prices and record high gold prices.
Column: Zinc market continues to defy bear expectations
Zinc failed to perform to script last year and the galvanizing metal continues to surprise in the first days of 2026.
From copper to selenium: Chile maps critical minerals
Chile’s first national strategy outlines how it plans to secure supply chains and expand its role in mining for emerging technologies.
US moves away from critical mineral price floors
US mining and processing companies have pushed for price floors and other government backstops to help them compete with China.