Aluminum’s US comeback hinges on power, not tariffs, industry advocates say Century Aluminum’s proposed smelter in Oklahoma remains dependent on securing a long-term electricity agreement. Amanda Stutt | May 29, 2026 | 3:22 pm
Rio Tinto’s aluminum exports to US rebound to pre-tariff levels Soaring US prices due to Trump’s tariffs and tight North American supplies have created a windfall for producers like Rio. Bloomberg News | May 29, 2026 | 2:48 pm
Aluminum squeeze deepens as spreads tighten and inventories drop There were fresh signs of supply stress on Friday, as spot aluminum prices surged to a $97-a-ton premium to three-month futures on the LME. Bloomberg News | May 29, 2026 | 12:49 pm
Edinburgh researchers license tech to extract gold and copper from electronic waste Lithium Universe will deploy and sub‑license the technology globally as part of its expanding precious metals recycling strategy. Staff Writer | May 29, 2026 | 12:06 pm
Eskom says regulator approves discounted power tariff for ferrochrome smelters Eskom said the framework requires no additional government fiscal support. Reuters | May 29, 2026 | 11:32 am
Codelco’s profit surges as strong copper prices offset output drop Copper production totaled 272,000 metric tons in the January-March period. Reuters | May 29, 2026 | 11:30 am
USITC says Russian palladium does not harm America cos, ends probe The US had been probing whether "dumped" or subsidized palladium from Russia harmed its industry. Reuters | May 29, 2026 | 10:03 am
Rio starts $1.5B expansion of Quebec aluminum smelter AP60 is among the lowest-carbon aluminum smelting technologies operating at commercial scale, Rio said. Frédéric Tomesco | May 29, 2026 | 9:46 am
Military Metals sinks on revoked Slovak antimony project licence Trojarova, located near the capital city Bratislava, represents an advanced exploration stage project with considerable mining history. Staff Writer | May 29, 2026 | 9:40 am