Aluminum and copper prices take breather after explosive start to 2026
Industrial metals have enjoyed a bullish run into the new year.
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Canada Nickel’s Crawford project gets fast-tracked
With the 1P1P fast tracking, the province hopes construction can start on Crawford by the end of the year.
Chile’s copper industry eyes double-digit growth after reforms
Sonami, which represents mining companies, also forecast the average price of copper at $4.50 per pound this year.
Rio Tinto engages three banks to advise on potential Glencore acquisition
The potential transaction represents the latest attempt at consolidation in the global mining industry.
Taylor Swift’s vintage ring shines new light on diamond industry
Dealers say her ring has drawn renewed interest in antique stones, prized for what lab-grown diamonds lack: scarcity and story.
Congo pitches new $29 billion iron ore and logistics project
The first phase of the project would require the construction of heavy rail and transport on the Congo River.
Portugal keen to launch lithium prospecting tender in 2026
With 60,000 tonnes of reserves, Portugal is Europe's top lithium producer.
Silver price nears $90 as record run continues
Spot prices gained more than 4% on Tuesday morning to set a new all-time high of $89.05 per ounce.
JPMorgan warns of ‘more volatility’ facing energy transition
It’s clear that “oil and gas will remain a meaningful part of the energy mix for the foreseeable future,” analyst said.
