Asian rare earth stocks surge on new China-Japan export curbs
The gains came after Beijing said all dual-use items are banned from being exported to Japan for military use.
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Lundin Gold expects steady Ecuador mine annual output through 2028
Company expects to produce between 475,000 and 525,000 ounces of gold per year from 2026 to 2028 at its Fruta del Norte mine.
China’s central bank buys gold for 14th consecutive month
The value of China's gold reserves increased to $319.45 billion at the end of last month, from $310.65 billion a month earlier.
Venezuela shock lifts gold, but mining revival remains elusive
Gold hit $4,430/oz after Maduro’s capture, but analysts say decades of underinvestment and data gaps will deter miners.
BlueScope Steel rejects $8.8B takeover offer
The Australian steelmaker says a fourth approach from US-based Steel Dynamics fails to reflect asset value amid volatile markets.
Brazil’s iron ore exports hit annual record in 2025
One of the world's largest iron ore exporters has increased its shipments on both a boost in production as well as strong demand from China.
Intrepid Potash weighs potential to develop battery-grade lithium processing plant in Utah
Test results achieved a lithium extraction rate of 92.9%, producing an overall lithium chloride purity above 99.5%, the company said.
Wealth Minerals wins approval for lithium application in Chile
The mining ministry will present the company with a contract for an early-stage project in the Ollagüe salt flat.
Lithium Argentina hits forecast, seeks gov’t financing
Lithium Argentina shares reached a new 12-month high Tuesday afternoon.