July 12, 2023 Which countries are most reliant on coal? Coal is the largest source of electricity generation and the primary fuel for iron, steel, and cement production, making it central to climate and energy discussions.
July 12, 2023 Iron ore price up on stronger credit data from China New bank loans in China jumped more than expected in June.
July 12, 2023 Column: Global tin stocks at two-year highs after LME squeeze The amount of tin sitting in London Metal Exchange warehouses has more than doubled in the space of a month.
July 11, 2023 Countries repatriating gold in wake of sanctions against Russia, study finds An Invesco survey showed a "substantial share" of central banks were concerned by the precedent that had been set.
July 11, 2023 Concentration of critical minerals’ supply intensifies despite diversification efforts Concentration of supply intensified for some critical minerals in 2022, despite US and Europe's efforts to diversify and reduce reliance on China.
July 11, 2023 Canada probes Nike, Dynasty Gold over alleged use of forced labor in China Canada's corporate ethics watchdog has launched investigations into Dynasty Gold to probe allegations of Uyghur forced labour.
July 11, 2023 Heat in China’s Sichuan hits power as metals output fears grow Power consumption in Sichuan reached a record high on Monday with temperatures above 35C.
July 11, 2023 Zijin in talks with Argentina to turn lithium into battery cathode Zijin has agreed to partner with Camyen, the provincial mining company of Catamarca, and a unit of state-run energy firm YPF.
July 11, 2023 World’s biggest gallium buyer says clients stockpiling Chinese gallium companies have driven most rivals elsewhere out of the market by undercutting them on price over the last decade.
July 11, 2023 China rare earths body offers cash rewards for illegal mining tipoffs Chinese authorities have instituted a range of measures to try to curb longstanding problems with illegal rare earths mining in recent years.
Saudi Public Investment Fund plans to spin off mining firm Manara Manara, a joint venture between Maaden and the $925 billion PIF, was established in 2023 to invest in critical minerals abroad. January 14, 2026 | 08:14 am
