July 10, 2024 CMOC to double copper output at Congo mines to 1 million tonnes by 2028 The Chinese miner produced about 420,000 tonnes of copper in 2023.
July 9, 2024 Mining’s top 50 companies: two more lithium stocks drop out The world’s 50 biggest miners gained a combined $42 billion during Q2, but the ranks of lithium stocks in the top tier have halved as valuations plummet.
July 9, 2024 China’s Plenum promises cues for commodity bulls and bears There’s a view that China is likely to provide more support for its economic recovery.
July 9, 2024 China to launch its first platinum, palladium futures The Guangzhou Futures Exchange will be the first exchange to allow delivery against its contracts in a form used by the main consumers.
July 9, 2024 Tsingshan’s lithium brine lake project in Argentina starts production The project is a joint venture between Tsingshan and French miner Eramet in Salta Province.
July 8, 2024 Chinese alumina producers increase output after surge in prices Alumina prices have climbed more than 40% this year.
July 8, 2024 China issues draft rules to allow more recycled copper, aluminum imports China has been looking to raise the usage of recycled metals as part of an efforts to lower carbon emission.
July 8, 2024 Zijin Mining expects first-half profit leap on higher gold and copper output First-half net profit could reach up to $2.13 billion, up 50% year on year, the company said.
July 8, 2024 Silvercorp acquisition of Adventus hits roadblock Silvercorp sees potential cancellation of the environmental permit for Adventus' El Domo project as an unmet condition for closing the deal.
July 7, 2024 China’s Shandong province plans $14bn lithium battery industry by 2025 The plan includes expanding the category of consumer batteries, improving quality and performance, and strengthening research and development.
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 | 09:53 am
