Sizing up: The oil market vs Top 10 metal markets combined
The oil market is bigger than the 10 largest metal markets combined, with production value exceeding $2 trillion annually.
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Kiplin Metals shares advance as it secures financing for uranium project
Net proceeds from the offering will be used by Kiplin for the upcoming exploration program on its Cluff Lake Road (CLR) uranium project.
Column: Australia’s exports of energy transition metals to top thermal coal
The impact on energy commodities from the war in Ukraine has faded and prices are expected to be more in line with historical norms.
Column: Old economy drags base metals lower in first half of 2023
The LME index of base metals has sunk from a January high of 4,356 to 3,704.
Nyrstar considers potential germanium and gallium projects
The company is looking at germanium and gallium projects in Australia, Europe and the United States.
EU concerned over China export controls on metals used in chips
China said the control on exports of gallium and germanium products from Aug. 1 was aimed at protecting national security.
Natural gas has greater impact on climate than previously thought
Researchers assessed whether gas or electricity is more climate-friendly for heating and cooking.
Lucapa Diamond achieves debt-free status
The diamond producer is now interest-bearing debt free, having repaid about $20 million over an 18-month period.
BYD picks Brazil for its first EV hub outside Asia
Brazil’s market has the potential to develop in the same way as China’s, with hybrid vehicles gradually giving way to pure EVs, BYD says.