May 16, 2024

Tin prices may see further support from supply risks, rate cuts, analysts say

BMI analysts increased their 2024 tin price forecast, but predicted prices could ease to around $26,000 to $32,000 a ton in the coming months.

May 16, 2024

EU launches trade investigation into Chinese tinplate steel

The EU launched the investigation to assess whether imports into the bloc are sold at excessively low prices.

May 16, 2024

Global coal phase-out to cost between $200 billion, $2 trillion – study

Over $200 billion will be given as compensation to workers and local communities affected by coal phase-out programs globally.

May 15, 2024

Opinion: Tariffs on minerals from China are not enough

Critical minerals consultant argues Western countries need duties on all minerals produced by Chinese-linked entities.

May 15, 2024

Iron ore price slides as prospects of softening demand, Biden’s new China tariff weigh

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday unveiled steep tariff increases on an array of Chinese imports.

May 14, 2024

BYD postpones plans for 2025 Chile lithium cathode plant

Production at the new plant was expected to begin around the end of 2025, representing a $290 million investment.

May 14, 2024

US blames China’s CMOC for predatory tactics behind cobalt glut

CMOC said in March that its Tenke and Kisanfu projects in Congo will produce more than 60,000 tons of cobalt this year.

May 14, 2024

Biden adds tariffs on Chinese critical minerals, EVs

The tariff rate on natural graphite and permanent magnets will increase from zero to 25% in 2026.

May 13, 2024

Congo allows Zijin mine to resume operations, ministry letter says

Mining operations at COMMUS could resume as long as the company ensured radiation levels remained in line with standards.

May 10, 2024

Copper price above $10,000 as supply worries counter faltering demand

Prices of copper have risen 17% this year on fears of shortages.