Copper price rises on China optimism Profits at China's industrial firms extended gains for a second month in September. Staff Writer | October 27, 2023 | 9:27 am
China’s exports of refined lead feed LME stocks rebuild China's exports of refined lead hit a 15-month high in September with year-to-date shipments already exceeding last year's total. Reuters | October 27, 2023 | 8:39 am
Agnico operating permit restored for Kittila mine in Finland The company now expects to reach the upper end of its annual guidance. Jackson Chen | October 27, 2023 | 8:36 am
Vale CEO says he has never been so optimistic about the company’s future Vale on Thursday reported a third quarter net profit decline but still landed above market forecasts. Reuters | October 27, 2023 | 8:33 am
Copycat Chinese lithium firms back Nigerian processing plant The $250 million project is a response to the Nigerian government’s efforts to diversify the economy away from oil. Bloomberg News | October 27, 2023 | 7:41 am
BHP Australia iron ore rail workers approve industrial action plans The work stoppages could impact its operations at the world's largest iron ore export hub at Port Hedland. Reuters | October 27, 2023 | 7:20 am
Indonesia’s high-grade nickel ore reserves may be depleted in 6 years Indonesia's high-grade 1.7% nickel ore is mainly used for the country's nickel pig iron (NPI) production. Reuters | October 27, 2023 | 7:16 am
Shenghe Resources throws Vital Metals a lifeline The Chinese company is acquiring new shares North America's second rare earths producer for $3.8 million. Staff Writer | October 27, 2023 | 5:44 am
Researchers figure out efficient way to produce key ingredient in Li-ion batteries Japanese scientists synthesized lithium cobalt oxide at low temperatures. Staff Writer | October 27, 2023 | 5:31 am