December 12, 2023

Iron ore price up as hopes of China stimulus resurface

China's leaders started a closed-door meeting on Monday to discuss economic targets and map out stimulus plans for 2024.

December 12, 2023

Rio Tinto says it is optimistic about China’s growth

The comments came as China's economy has struggled to mount a strong post-pandemic recovery amid a deepening housing crisis.

December 11, 2023

China exchange adds lithium warehouses to allay fears of short squeeze

China is the world's largest consumer and producer of lithium carbonate.

December 11, 2023

China likely to beat Europe, US in meeting battery metals demand through recycling – study

China is the most likely candidate to first meet its entire demand for lithium, cobalt and nickel through recycling

December 8, 2023

Unstable electrolytes in lithium metal batteries now a bit more stable

Chinese researchers have developed functional micro-arrays for efficient lithium metal anode interfaces.

December 7, 2023

CATL hits back at Duke Energy disconnecting batteries

Utility firm said it had disconnected large-scale batteries made by thr Chinese company over security concerns.

December 7, 2023

China’s CMOC says geopolitics helped drive Australia sale

CMOC agreed earlier this week to sell its 80% stake in the Northparkes copper and gold mine to Evolution Mining.

December 7, 2023

China November copper imports rise to highest in almost two years

The Yangshan copper premium, an indicator of import demand, rose to a one-year high.

December 6, 2023

Allkem sees low lithium prices extending over near term

Lithium prices overshot last year driven by China but this year fresh supply, including from Africa, has led to a collapse in prices.

December 6, 2023

China metals firms see US rules unlikely to upend supply chains

Rules for battery components should apply from 2024, while critical minerals will be covered from 2025.