Chinese firms drive aluminum expansion in Indonesia, raise surplus fears
Primary production of aluminum, also used in construction and packaging, is estimated to exceed 72 million tonnes this year.
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JPMorgan’s grip on London gold vaults challenged by rival banks
Citi is well advanced in the process of setting up a business that would allow it to become a clearing member of the London gold market.
Albemarle to raise $660 million in catalyst sales
The firm agreed to sell a controlling stake in Ketjen Corp.’s refining catalyst solutions business to private equity firm KPS Capital.
Rio Tinto launches corruption inquiry at Oyu Tolgoi
Rio plans to make Oyu Tolgoi the world’s fourth-largest copper mine by 2030.
Banyan lifts Hyland gold resource in Yukon
The update maintains its third place ranking among the largest projects in the territory.
Copper price nears record on trade deal boost, supply woes
Copper has now rallied by over a quarter this year.
Column: Copper Study Group highlights impact of mine supply hits
Tightness in the mined concentrates segment of the market will act as a hard brake on refined copper production growth in 2026, says International Copper Study Group.
Analysts raise 2026 price forecasts for platinum, palladium after 2025 rally
The median forecast from a survey of 30 analysts and traders was for platinum to average $1,550 an ounce in 2026.
Ramaco eyes REE stockpile at Wyoming mine
Brook could be the second new REE mine to open in America in 70 years.
