January 14, 2026 Column: Europe falling behind in critical minerals race In 2024, 95% of EU rare earth imports came from just three countries: China, Malaysia and Russia, according to Eurostat.
January 14, 2026 Precious metals extend rally as silver price surpasses $90 Spot gold hit a peak of $4,641.29 per ounce, taking its year-to-date gains to 6%.
January 14, 2026 China’s coal imports post biggest annual drop Gas imports also slipped for the first time in three years.
January 14, 2026 China’s steel exports, iron ore imports hit record highs Some exporters rushed to ramp up shipments before January on fears that the export licence requirement might impact shipments, analysts said.
January 14, 2026 Congo readies to pitch mineral projects to US investors Deal tied to a US-brokered peace effort aims to loosen China’s grip on key metals vital to batteries and defence tech.
January 13, 2026 Silver market deficit to continue throughout 2026, says Fitch’s BMI Throughout 2025, industrial and retail demand for silver pushed prices towards $80/oz for the first time in history.
January 13, 2026 Aluminum and copper prices take breather after explosive start to 2026 Industrial metals have enjoyed a bullish run into the new year.
January 13, 2026 Taylor Swift’s vintage ring shines new light on diamond industry Dealers say her ring has drawn renewed interest in antique stones, prized for what lab-grown diamonds lack: scarcity and story.
January 12, 2026 How investors buy gold and what fuels the market Large buyers and institutional investors usually buy gold from big banks.
January 12, 2026 Radiant unloads BHP iron ore in China as trader tests curbs The Berge Mawson unloaded its cargo at the northern port of Caofeidian and has now left the country, Bloomberg's ship tracking data shows.
Saudi Public Investment Fund plans to spin off mining firm Manara Manara, a joint venture between Maaden and the $925 billion PIF, was established in 2023 to invest in critical minerals abroad. January 14, 2026 | 08:14 am
