Charted: America’s import reliance of critical minerals
The US is 100% reliant on imports for at least 12 key minerals deemed critical by the government.
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Copper price lowest in nearly a month on Chinese trade data
Data showed China's imports and exports fell much faster than expected in July.
Graves a barrier for Jindal’s $2 billion South African iron mine
Residents say the mine could lead to more than 3,000 households and 3,000 graves being moved.
Glencore keeps dealmaking powder dry for Teck as payouts drop
The company underlined its interest in a deal by holding back $2 billion for a potential purchase of Teck’s coal business.
Western Australia to scrap 2021 Aboriginal heritage protection laws
Laws were introduced after the destruction of the ancient Juukan Gorge rock shelters by Rio Tinto.
Barrick beats quarterly profit estimates on higher gold prices
The company also maintained its full-year production outlook for gold and copper.
China July rare earths exports refresh an over three-year high on decent demand, restriction fears
China's exports of rare earths in July rose 49% from a year earlier.
Japan signs deal with Namibia to explore for rare earth minerals
Japan's minister for economy is visiting five countries to try to build an African supply chain of critical minerals.
Glencore stockpiled cobalt in first half to support prices
Cobalt prices are down more than 50% from October, due to weak demand and growing supplies from Indonesia.
