October 29, 2025 Malaysia’s ban on raw rare earths exports remains despite US deal Malaysia has some 16.1 million metric tons of rare earth deposits, according to government estimates.
October 28, 2025 Lynas invests in new Malaysian heavy rare earth facility to meet rising demand The new facility will have the capacity to separate up to 5,000 tonnes per annum of heavy rare earth feedstock, it said.
October 28, 2025 Bank of Korea considers gold purchases in medium term after long absence South Korea has not bought any gold to add to its 104 metric tons of reserves since 2013.
October 28, 2025 Canada to work with G7 partners to secure critical mineral supply deals, minister says Some of the announcements expected this week from the G7 meeting will be on stockpiling of critical minerals and investments in new mining operations.
October 28, 2025 US and Japan strike rare earths deal Japan eyes $400B in US energy, critical minerals and AI projects, as both governments list key investments.
October 28, 2025 Banks, investors pumped $52B into met coal between 2022 and 2024: report Banks lent $22B despite climate pledges, while investors still hold $30B in related securities.
October 27, 2025 Rare earth producers look to US-led boom to blunt China’s power By using the long-threatened critical mineral weapon once again in advance of this week’s talks, China has undoubtedly encouraged production outside its borders.
October 27, 2025 Chinese firms drive aluminum expansion in Indonesia, raise surplus fears Primary production of aluminum, also used in construction and packaging, is estimated to exceed 72 million tonnes this year.
October 27, 2025 Rio Tinto launches corruption inquiry at Oyu Tolgoi Rio plans to make Oyu Tolgoi the world’s fourth-largest copper mine by 2030.
October 27, 2025 Copper price nears record on trade deal boost, supply woes Copper has now rallied by over a quarter this year.
Precious metals craze prompts China fund to turn away investors UBS SDIC Fund had become increasingly concerned that investors could be exposed to heavy losses should a record-breaking bull market suddenly turn. December 27, 2025 | 08:00 am
