August 1, 2022

Globally more is being spent on coal than copper mining

New report shows growing disconnect between rhetoric on energy transition, which requires exponential growth in copper mining, and the realities of going green.

August 1, 2022

Marex to buy ED&F Man Capital Markets for $220m in expansion drive

The two brokers said in early July they had entered into exclusive talks about the transaction, which leaves the LME with one less ring-dealing member.

August 1, 2022

Indonesia to issue nickel export tax rules in Q3

The government is keen to take advantage of Indonesia's large deposits of nickel to eventually produce batteries for electric vehicles.

July 31, 2022

Toyota-Panasonic battery JV to buy lithium from ioneer’s Nevada mine

The binding supply deal is the second in less than a month for ioneer.

July 29, 2022

India launches first international bullion exchange to bring transparency

India International Bullion Exchange could lead to standard gold pricing in India.

July 28, 2022

First global gold exchange in India seen burnishing hub role

The India International Bullion Exchange is expected to attract dealers, refineries and foreign banks, its CEO said.

July 28, 2022

India wants to open up for lithium mining in batteries quest

Government wants to modify existing policies to carry out auctions permits, placing the country in a better position to compete in the battery supply chain.

July 28, 2022

New observations of graphite’s surface key for Li-ion battery performance

For the first time, an spectroscopic study accurately measures the electronic states of the surface and the edge of graphite.

July 27, 2022

Glencore strikes one of Japan’s most expensive ever coal deals

Nippon Steel agreed on an annual supply deal through March with Glencore for power plant coal at $375/t.

July 26, 2022

Mining firms blow cold on India’s plan to dig deep for coal

India's plan to auction abandoned coal mines to private firms to meet rising energy demand has brought little cheer to the industry.