October 4, 2024

Iron-rich volcanoes may hold vast rare earth reserves, study finds

Rare earth element concentrations could be nearly 200 times higher than those found in silicate-rich melts.

October 4, 2024

Copper smelters warn of closures as crunch talks get underway

A wave of new smelter investments in China and elsewhere has left plants in growing competition to find enough ore to feed their furnaces.

October 4, 2024

Asia Gold: Festivities spark slight demand in India; China on holiday

Indian jewelers unsure about festive demand - dealer.

October 3, 2024

China files appeal to WTO on Canada’s tariffs on EVs, metal products

Canada began imposing on Tuesday a 100% levy on EVs shipped from China, having also announced in late August a 25% tariff on Chinese steel and aluminum products.

October 3, 2024

Chinese delegates jolt LME week with their newfound optimism

For the last couple of years, the biggest consumer and producer has been a buzzkill for metals bulls.

October 3, 2024

Mining industry needs $2.1 trillion in new investments by 2050 — BloombergNEF

The report highlights that critical energy transition metals could face supply deficits this decade — some as early as this year.

October 3, 2024

Column: Exuberant iron ore, subdued copper show different sides of China stimulus

China's significant stimulus measures have kicked the prices of key metals higher.

October 2, 2024

China’s fast-growing copper champion is reshaping global metal supply

After a three-decade exploration and acquisition blitz, Zijin Mining Group is digging up gold, copper and lithium across multiple continents.

October 2, 2024

Visualizing the decline of copper usage in EVs

Copper content in EVs has steadily decreased over the past decade, even as overall copper demand rises due to the increasing adoption of EVs.

October 2, 2024

Lack of capital rises to top risk in EY mining survey

Mining companies are seeking a wider range of capital sources, while companies are also considering partnerships or JVs to help reduce risks and financing requirements.