Copper price down after $0 Chinese smelter deal
The $0 agreement presents a win for China's smelters given spot charges are hovering around the –$43 mark.
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US rare earths refiner Phoenix Tailings eyes IPO within 3 years
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Zurich researchers pioneer rare earth e-waste recycling
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Lithium industry bemoans ‘paradox’ of low prices, rising demand
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Energy Fuels’ rare earth JV in Australia receives regulatory OK
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