SQM expands into Africa with Namibian lithium deal The deal is SQM’s first partnership in Africa and is expected to speed up project development, located 35 km from Andrada’s Uis tin mine. Staff Writer | February 28, 2025 | 4:05 am
China keeps unprecedented hold on metals with mining push abroad China increased overseas mining investments last year, boosting its control over the metals supply chain amid global reliance concerns. Bloomberg News | February 28, 2025 | 3:48 am
Rio Tinto buyout target Arcadium posts loss on falling lithium prices Rio Tinto plans to create a standalone lithium division after it completes the $6.7 billion acquisition. Reuters | February 27, 2025 | 2:10 pm
Trump’s ‘very big’ minerals deal may pay off with US Republicans Analysts said a successful agreement increased the chances that members of the party would be willing to approve more aid for Ukraine. Reuters | February 27, 2025 | 1:35 pm
Ecora inks $50M streaming deal for Zambian copper mine "The acquisition will cement copper at the core of our commodity exposure," Ecora's CEO said. Staff Writer | February 27, 2025 | 11:52 am
Panama’s ‘novel ideas’ comments offer hope for giant copper mine Speaking to reporters in Panama City Thursday, Jose Raul Mulino said he will visit towns near the mine that have been affected by its closure. Bloomberg News | February 27, 2025 | 11:00 am
Video: Conflict in Congo threatens supply of key mineral for smartphones and AI Conflicts in the DRC could impact the global supply of tantalum, a key mineral used in capacitors for electronics. Staff Writer | February 27, 2025 | 10:33 am
Three novel approaches that can revolutionize batteries Scientists are scrambling to find new materials that could revolutionize energy storage. Bloomberg News | February 27, 2025 | 10:26 am
India exploring critical minerals in Zambia, Congo and Australia The move comes as India is taking efforts to reduce its reliance on imports of minerals such as lithium. Reuters | February 27, 2025 | 9:27 am