US seeks to stockpile cobalt for first time in decades
The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking offers for up to 7,500 tons of cobalt over the next five years in a contract worth up to $500 million.
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Switzerland’s gold export surge highlights its US trade dilemma
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Barrick’s Reko Diq in line for $410M ADB backing
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