Ukraine-US sign memorandum on minerals deal The signing follows remarks by US President Donald Trump earlier in the day that a deal on Ukraine's critical minerals will be signed next Thursday. Staff Writer | April 17, 2025 | 3:05 pm
Ontario promises to cut red tape for critical mining projects The measure if passed by the Provincial Legislative Assembly, will aim to have a 50% reduction in the time taken for government review for mining projects. Reuters | April 17, 2025 | 1:48 pm
MP Materials halts exports to China The move follows Chinese restrictions announced earlier this month. Bloomberg News | April 17, 2025 | 1:32 pm
China’s aluminum makers say tariffs won’t deter overseas growth Demand for the metal produced in China remains strong due to its competitiveness, one company executive says. Bloomberg News | April 17, 2025 | 1:24 pm
GDX’s gold pursuit quickens The dominant gold-miners ETF’s catch-up rally with gold is really accelerating. Adam Hamilton - Zeal Intelligence | April 17, 2025 | 11:24 am
Indonesian nickel smelter group asks for royalty hike delay until prices rise Later this month, Indonesia will start imposing higher royalty fees of 14% to 19% on nickel ore output. Reuters | April 17, 2025 | 11:19 am
Gold starts coming back to Switzerland from US after exclusion from Trump’s tariffs Customs data showed that the country's gold imports from the US rose to a thirteen-month high in March. Reuters | April 17, 2025 | 11:08 am
Rare earth stocks rally on signs Trump supports sector Trump’s moves have made USA Rare Earth, The Metals Company and MP Materials winners even as his trade war has punished broader. Bloomberg News | April 17, 2025 | 9:39 am
Citi softens bearish outlook on copper short term Citi analysts now see a decreased "bearish risk" in the next three months. Staff Writer | April 17, 2025 | 9:34 am