June 28, 2024

Tianqi asks Chile regulator to reconsider decision on SQM-Codelco deal

The Codelco-SQM agreement is a major plank of the Chilean government's aim to take a stronger role in lithium output.

June 28, 2024

Trump re-election may lead to commodity market fragmentation: HSBC

Commodity markets, already contending with high prices driven by structural supply constraints, also face uncertainties from increased geopolitical tensions.

June 27, 2024

Lithium producers bullish on long-term demand despite recent price drop

Oversupply from China and a softening of aggressive EV adoption rates has dragged lithium prices down more than 80% in the last year.

June 27, 2024

Mexico to seek deal over disputed mining concession with Ganfeng

Mexican President López Obrador announced his government's intent to negotiate with the Chinese lithium miner following its arbitration case over a disputed concession.

June 27, 2024

China’s Norinco agrees to buy struggling Congo cobalt miner Chemaf

The deal with Norin Mining will enable Chemaf to settle its debts.

June 27, 2024

London Metal Exchange mulls adding warehouse in Hong Kong

The LME is exploring whether to license a warehouse in Hong Kong as it seeks to strengthen services to clients in China.

June 27, 2024

In race to regain rare earth glory, Europe falls short on mineral goals

The European continent has rich rare earth deposits, but there is currently no mining of them.

June 26, 2024

Copper price extends slide on soft Chinese demand and stronger dollar

The metal has shed 14% since rocketing to a record above $11,000 a ton in May.

June 26, 2024

Iron ore price extends gains on sustained China demand, property stimulus

Beijing on Wednesday lowered the minimum down payment ratio for first home buyers to no less than 20%.

June 26, 2024

De Beers sales drop to $315m amid search for new owner

Provisional figure is less than the $383 million fetched in the previous sales cycle and the $456 million sold at this time last year.