November 14, 2025

China and US yet to agree rare earth deal weeks after talks

The two sides have given their teams until the end of November to agree on terms for “general licenses” that China pledged to offer for US-bound exports.

November 13, 2025

Chinese battery material makers push for higher prices as cobalt rally hits supply chain

Makers of nickel-manganese-cobalt (NCM) precursors have sought higher offers for long-term contracts in recent week.

November 13, 2025

Morgan Stanley questioned by US House panel over Zijin Gold IPO in Hong Kong

The bank's underwriting of Zijin Gold International's IPO placed it and its US investors at risk of regulatory, financial and reputational harm, said a US House of Representatives committee.

November 13, 2025

Glencore said to invest in Chinese aluminum smelter’s IPO

Chuangxin Industries Holdings plans to start taking investor orders as soon as Friday for an IPO that may fetch about $700 million.

November 13, 2025

China to offer platinum stockpile data as market tightens

The inventories will provide a valuable glimpse into supply and demand trends in one of the world’s biggest markets.

November 12, 2025

CEO of Australia’s PLS says government support could boost lithium supply chains

Dale Henderson said the growth of trading mechanisms such as futures markets should eventually help regulate prices.

November 12, 2025

US House report accuses China of minerals market interference

The House committee's report alleges that China has specifically targeted the lithium and rare earths industries.

November 12, 2025

China’s vice premier attends Simandou launch in Guinea

Two of Simandou's four mining blocks are controlled by a Singapore-Chinese consortium.

November 12, 2025

China moves to shield rare earths from US military use: WSJ

If strictly implemented, the VEU system could make it harder for US and European manufacturers in the automotive and aerospace sectors.

November 11, 2025

Why analysts see $5,000 gold price

Gold prices are poised to reach new heights in 2026 with leading forecasters projecting levels between $4,400 and $5,300 per oz.