Copper price is rallying but China stimulus could be “phantom tailwind”
Recent stimulus in China, consumer of half the world's copper, is the weakest in 20 years relative to the size of its economy -- report.
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Column: LME volumes still subdued a year after nickel crisis
A year on from the nickel crisis the London Metal Exchange is still struggling to regain trading momentum.
MMG mining copper at capacity in Peru and trimming stockpiles after protests
Stockpiles of semi-processed copper at the Las Bambas mine site are “being progressively reduced,” the company said.
Gold price drops 2% as Fed official flags more rate hikes
The CME FedWatch tool shows traders are now pricing in a 82.6% chance of a 25 basis-point hike in May.
LME trial over nickel trading debacle set for June 20-22
US-based Elliott and Jane Street are demanding damages of $456.4 million and $15.34 million, respectively, after price soared to a record above $100,000 on March 8, 2022.
Canada ready to become critical minerals provider, says minister
Canada has critical minerals cooperation agreements with Japan, the US and the European Union.
Mexico’s mining law overhaul could cost $9 billion in coming years, says mining chamber
The head of Mexico's mining chamber issued a stark warning against the proposal, saying it could cost the country up to 420,000 direct jobs.
Teck’s top shareholder backs Glencore takeover
CIC, which holds slightly over 10% of Teck’s Class B shares, says Glencore's bid would allow for a cleaner exit for investors.
Industrial contamination may no longer be contained by Arctic permafrost — study
Industrial legacy buried in the Arctic permafrost or deposited on its surface may no longer be contained by the frozen soil, researchers have found.
