Alcoa draws new aluminum orders as Gulf states curb production
The largest US aluminum producer says it’s fielding interest from buyers seeking alternative supply.
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Antimony Resources hits all-time high as it prepares for initial resource
The Canadian junior said it is in the process of completing a 10,000-metre resource definition drill program.
Copper price dips as LME stockpiles rise to highest in over six years
LME stockpiles jumped by nearly 19,000 tons to 330,375 tons, the highest level since September 2019.
Nouveau Monde Graphite secures $335M project debt financing
In November 2025, Matawinie was recognized as a “Major Project of National Interest” by the Canadian government.
Dakota Gold sees expansion potential at Richmond Hill
Assay results will be incorporated into a pre-feasibility study, due in the second half of 2026.
Cobalt shortages driven by Congo curbs seen lasting through 2030
The export curbs “pushed the cobalt market into a sharp technical deficit,” trading house Darton Commodities says.
Ghana weighs local bids for $1B revival of Gold Fields’ Damang mine
Authorities said the move followed the company’s failure to declare verifiable reserves.
Japan, US to agree joint development of critical minerals this week, Nikkei says
Projects include a rare earth refining operation in Indiana and the development of a lithium mine in North Carolina.
BHP targets $5B Escondida upgrade to fight grade decline
The new concentrator aims to counter lower grades and secure long-term copper production amid rising global demand.