Iron ore price jumps on China data, bullish steel demand outlook
China's manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) climbed to 52.6 last month, the highest reading since April 2012.
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Panama breakthrough adds to good news for global copper supplies
The Cobre Panama mine accounts for about 1.5% of the world’s copper production.
Copper price rises as China’s economy shows strong recovery
China's manufacturing activity expanded at the fastest pace in more than a decade in February.
Gold price hits 1-week high on robust China economic data
The dollar hit a one-week low earlier Wednesday after China's yuan gained.
China’s lithium mining likely to face more scrutiny
Yichun suspended all lithium mining late last week to crack down on criminal activity.
Botswana mining growth seen flat amid dim diamond outlook
In 2023, Botswana expects diamond output to decline by 1%.
Harmony Gold CEO says gold sector consolidation ‘inevitable’
Profit was boosted by higher metal grades and prices.
BHP seeks to tighten grip on South America’s copper sector
BHP officials met with Argentinian authorities this week, expressing interest in increasing investments in the San Juan province.
The salt on your table could be key for the green energy transition
Large underground salt deposits could serve as hydrogen holding tanks, conduct heat to geothermal plants, and influence CO2 storage.
