September 27, 2023 We need China’s critical minerals technology, not their metals China took control of almost all rare earth element processing and magnet manufacturing, in the space of about 10 years.
September 27, 2023 Mexico not able to cancel Ganfeng Lithium concessions, chamber says Concessions granted before the lithium nationalization should not be altered, says the president of Mexico's mining chamber.
September 27, 2023 US-China tensions boost prospects for Mexico copper smelter plan Southern Copper is considering spending $1 billion-plus on a new smelter in Empalme, Sonora state.
September 27, 2023 China’s gold prices surge, hitting a record against the world On Wednesday, an ounce of gold in Shanghai cost $2,007, about 6% higher than the price in London or New York.
September 27, 2023 Climate targets threatened by lack of mining investment: McKinsey Report reveals looming shortages of minerals key to the energy transition as low commodity prices cause investors and miners to cut spending.
September 26, 2023 Canada sees China as less ‘dependable’ partner on critical minerals, minister says Canada in 2022 asked three Chinese companies to sell their stakes in Toronto-listed lithium explorers after a national security review.
September 26, 2023 China’s gold imports via Hong Kong bounce back in August Net imports stood at 39.023 metric tons in August, up 51.4% from the previous month.
September 26, 2023 China scoops up cheap Indian iron ore in bid to trim steel costs Indian iron ore exports have surged as steel mills switched to lower-grade, cheaper feed in the face of dwindling profits.
September 25, 2023 Inside Vietnam’s plans to dent China’s rare earths dominance Vietnam plans to restart its biggest rare-earths mine next year with a Western-backed project that could rival the world's largest.
September 25, 2023 Iron ore price at 2-week low on possible steel output curbs "It becomes increasingly clear that demand has hit the ceiling amid weaker-than-expected steel sales for September and October," one analyst says.
Iron ore price nears best close since November on year-end metal rally The steelmaking ingredient advanced for a third straight session in Singapore, climbing nearly 1.8% to as much as $106.55 a ton in intraday trading. December 29, 2025 | 07:51 am