BHP sees potash heading toward deficit as demand outpaces supply
With demand for the crop nutrient rising 2% to 3% annually, there is limited additional supplies beyond BHP’s Jansen potash project.
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Australia unveils $1.4B support for Rio’s Boyne aluminum smelter
The investment, equally funded by the federal and Queensland state governments, will unlock almost A$7.5 billion in new investment in Queensland.
Central banks’ gold buying momentum carries into 2026
The World Gold Council forecasts central banks to purchase roughly 850 tonnes of gold in 2026 — almost the same as last year.
Rio Tinto expects Resolution Copper mine to open by mid-2030s
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India’s iron ore imports set to hit 7-year high in 2025–2026
Overall imports are likely to reach 12 million to 14 million metric tons in 2025-26, more than doubling from a year earlier.
Copper price resumes losses as Iran war continues to batter metals
The metal — viewed as a bellwether for the global economy — had earlier slumped to the lowest level in more than three months.
Uranium Energy expands production capacity, advances refinery licensing
The Christensen Ranch operation began in August 2024 and is currently undergoing a major expansion.
Turkey eyes $135 billion gold reserves for lira defense
Turkey has been one of the world’s most aggressive gold buyers over the past decade.
Gold price holds steady to halt nine-day slump
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