January 4, 2026

Indonesia tightens grip on resources with Switzerland-sized land grab

Indonesia is the world’s top exporter of coal and palm oil, the biggest nickel producer and a leading source of copper and tin.

January 4, 2026

Korea Zinc revises share issuance for US smelter to $1.94 billion

The $1.94 billion would fund the establishment of a non-ferrous metal smelter for the production of core minerals such as antimony and gallium.

January 2, 2026

US must ramp up titanium capacity to avoid squeeze, Project Blue founder says

Western aerospace manufacturers will need 1.6 million tonnes of titanium by 2044, but supply is increasingly controlled by geopolitical rivals Russia and China.

January 2, 2026

India’s coal supply glut forces top miner to explore exports

Coal India has been sitting on bloated inventories of unsold fuel after a milder-than-expected summer subdued demand for electricity last year.

January 2, 2026

Vale Indonesia halts mining activities on delayed approval for 2026 output plan

All miners in Indonesia are required to submit an annual production plan for official approval with the government setting output quotas for the industry.

January 2, 2026

Nickel Industries says South Korea’s Sphere to buy 10% stake in Indonesian project

The South Korean materials manufacturer will acquire the stake from Hong Kong-based Decent Resource.

December 31, 2025

Gold price: Most popular stories of 2025

The running theme for gold in 2025 is breaking records.

December 30, 2025

As gold hits records, Indians opt for bars and coins over jewelry

India's total gold demand fell 14% year on year in the first nine months of 2025.

December 30, 2025

Nickel price hits nine-month high as Indonesia plans to cut output

Nickel is still among this year’s weaker performers on the London Metal Exchange.

December 30, 2025

Silver price: Here’s what to watch for after wild ride past $80

Surging investor interest in China has been a key driver of silver prices in recent days.