April 11, 2024

Global copper smelters less active after China’s planned output cuts

Average inactive capacity in China rose to 9% in March from 8.3% in the first two months.

April 11, 2024

Global coal power grew 2% last year, the most since 2016, survey says

The rise is driven by new builds in China and decommissioning delays elsewhere.

April 11, 2024

Iron ore price drifts higher as soft China data triggers stimulus hopes

New data maintained pressure on policymakers to launch more stimulus as demand remained weak.

April 10, 2024

Tianqi takes another shot at probing SQM-Codelco lithium deal

It’s the latest twist in tensions between SQM and its Chinese shareholder after representatives of the two companies questioned each other’s real motivations.

April 10, 2024

Chinese investors snap up copper, gold stocks to drive 10% gains

A gauge tracking resources firms listed in Shanghai and Shenzhen has gained 10% in the past month.

April 10, 2024

Vanadium Resources enters offtake deal with Chinese firm

The deal represents a supply of about 37% of Vanadium Resources' planned annual flake production capacity.

April 9, 2024

Iron ore price extends rally on hopes of improved demand in China

Iron ore prices extended gains to a second straight session on Tuesday.

April 9, 2024

Rare earth prices in China hit 7-week high on post-holiday restocking

China accounts for 70% of rare earths mining and 90% of refined output.

April 9, 2024

Column: Smelter charges collapse as zinc mine supply falters

A string of mine closures has tightened concentrate availability with significant implications for the refined metal market.

April 9, 2024

Copper price near 15-month high as supply fears spur bullish calls

Citigroup said there’s potential for “explosive price upside” again in the next three years.