May 8, 2024

China’s 2024 iron ore imports similar to last year – Vale

Imports by China, the world's biggest buyer, in 2024 are expected to be around 1.17 to 1.18 billion metric tons.

May 8, 2024

China issues draft rules to regulate booming lithium battery expansion

The rules would guide lithium battery firms to reduce manufacturing projects that 'purely' expand production capacity.

May 7, 2024

Leo Lithium sells Mali project stake to Ganfeng for $342 million

A new mining code in Mali means the government's potential stake in the Goulamina project will likely rise to 30% from 20% previously.

May 7, 2024

Firebird Metals confirms low-cost Chinese manganese operation with feasibility study

According to the feasibility study, the projected capex of the Stage 1 operation is estimated at $83.5 million.

May 7, 2024

Ganfeng seeks full control of lithium mine in Mali

The board of the miner approved the proposal to acquire 40% of the Goulamina project from Leo Lithium.

May 7, 2024

China’s central bank adds more gold to its reserves in April

China held 72.8 million ounces of gold at the end of April, up from 72.74 million ounces a month before.

May 6, 2024

Scientists say new ‘water battery’ can hold more energy than lithium cells

The iodine and bromine-based aqueous battery showed an energy density of 1200 watt-hours per liter, surpassing the 700Wh/L of non-aqueous lithium batteries.

May 3, 2024

Congo’s $7 billion infrastructure deal with China will depend on copper prices

President pushed for a review of the 2008 infrastructure for minerals deal with Sinohydro Corp and China Railway Group to bring more benefits for Congo, the world's biggest cobalt producer.

May 3, 2024

Automakers win extension on use of Chinese graphite in EV tax credits

The US Treasury Department gave automakers additional flexibility on battery mineral requirements for EV tax credits on some minerals from China, such as graphite.

May 3, 2024

BHP’s high-stakes tilt for Anglo puts regulators in spotlight

The proposed $39 billion combination has more than enough components to trigger intense oversight by regulators concerned about implications for market concentration and access to key minerals.