EU-backed group warns of expensive critical metals stockpiling The EU is among those that have said price floors could be part of a broader toolbox. Bloomberg News | May 28, 2026 | 11:07 am
Carney pitches US on closer ties in autos, aluminum and minerals Canadian exports of aluminum to the US “are the energy equivalent of 10 Hoover Dams,” Carney said. Bloomberg News | May 28, 2026 | 10:29 am
Galan achieves first lithium chloride production in Argentina Galan is now undertaking an optimization phase to stabilize the production rate at 4,000 tonnes per annum. Staff Writer | May 28, 2026 | 9:36 am
Giyani Metals’ study shows leaner, pricier manganese project in Botswana A new feasibility study gives K. Hill a post-tax NPV of $481.5 million, half of the value estimated in the 2023 PEA. Blair McBride | May 28, 2026 | 8:42 am
FBI raid uncovers $40M gold stash at ex-CIA agent’s home David Rush, the official, is facing charges related to the theft of public money. Staff Writer | May 28, 2026 | 8:18 am
Minera Alamos greenlights Copperstone gold mine in Arizona Copperstone could produce about 46,000 oz. of gold annually over a six-year mine life. Frédéric Tomesco | May 28, 2026 | 8:11 am
Panama ready to unveil key audit on First Quantum copper mine Final independent Cobre Panama audit, due Friday, arrives amid renewed anti-mining protests and mounting political pressure. Staff Writer | May 28, 2026 | 6:27 am
CHARTS: How the sulphuric acid crunch is driving up critical minerals costs Benchmark Mineral Intelligence warns soaring sulphuric acid prices are driving up lithium and nickel production costs worldwide. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 28, 2026 | 5:03 am
Chile’s Atacama Desert is becoming a sweet spot for energy storage Batteries harness excess solar and wind energy, storing it for use when production dips, strengthening power grids. Bloomberg News | May 28, 2026 | 4:08 am