Trump sets 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum as trade war widens
The tariffs will apply widely to all US imports of steel and aluminum, including from Canada and Mexico, the country’s top two foreign suppliers of the metals.
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Patriot Battery on track for feasibility study in Q3
The winter 2025 program is expected to run through mid-April, targeting a minimum of 15,000 metres of drilling using four rigs.
Chinese gold buyers forced to sidelines as prices near $3,000
As a major importer, gold buyers in China often have to pay over the odds to secure bullion.
Video: Tariffs on allies will boost Chinese critical minerals imports, says Bipartisan Policy Center
According to the think tank, tariffs won’t help make US critical minerals more competitive.
ReElement, Novare to build Africa’s first critical elements refinery
The $100 million facility is expected to begin development in H2 2025.
US copper price premium soars to record after Trump tariff moves
Since Trump became president, Comex copper has traded at a premium to the LME, ranging from about around $250 to $500.
Ontario says it would ban China from deals on minerals, energy
Premier Doug Ford said the province would ban any Chinese state-owned enterprise from buying or taking equity in any government-funded asset.
Gold price soars past $2,900 on new tariff threats
Monday's rally marks the seventh time gold has set a new record in 2025.
Critical Elements secures up to $115m for Quebec’s Rose lithium project
The Rose property is located in northern Québec’s Eeyou Istchee James Bay territory.
