SQM cuts spending amid drawn-out lithium price slump
The Chilean lithium producer will invest $1.1 billion across its businesses in 2025, compared to $1.6 billion in 2024.
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The gap between Comex futures and spot gold has now shrunk to around $10 an ounce from highs of about $60 in January.
Zelenskiy pledges to ‘make things right’ with US as minerals deal remains uncertain
Four sources told Reuters that the Trump administration and Ukraine plan to sign a deal giving the U.S. access to Ukrainian minerals in return for military aid.
Aluminum tariff questions throw US manufacturers into tumult
A key uncertainty is whether raw aluminum and related products incur a 25% tariff or if they get a more favorable 10% treatment for being a critical mineral.
Congo courts Trump for strategic minerals tie-up as war looms
Congo has asked for an urgent meeting between Presidents Felix Tshisekedi and Donald Trump to discuss a pact.
Trump hopes to announce Ukraine deal in address to Congress
Reuters sources say the Trump administration and Ukraine are planning to sign the minerals deal on Tuesday.
PDAC: Trade war could fast-track mine approvals, panelists say
Drawn-out permitting timelines have been a long-standing irritant for miners in Canada.
Palliser welcomes Rio Tinto’s decision to seek Australian shareholder vote on dual listing
The global miner on Tuesday amended the notice of its annual general meeting to include a resolution related to its dual listing.
