January 6, 2023

What to watch as China gives commodities a wild start to year

Commodities are having a volatile start to the year as China’s virus tsunami and policy shifts leave investors scrambling to calibrate expectations for 2023.

January 6, 2023

China to crack down on speculation in iron ore prices

The Chinese state planner will resolutely crack down on illegal activities such as price gouging and speculation to ensure smooth operation of the market.

January 6, 2023

China boosts coal output, eases Australia ban to bolster energy security

The increasing need to secure energy supplies after easing covid-19 restrictions has pushed China to gradually resume Australian coal imports.

January 5, 2023

Copper price bounces on news about fresh investment in China

China's southern manufacturing hub of Guangzhou plans 1,722 projects in 2023 worth more than $945 billion.

January 5, 2023

Global copper smelting dips in December after weak 2022 – satellite data

Global smelting activity for 2022 fell to its lowest level in six years.

January 5, 2023

China coal buyers may be left wanting in Australia even after ban lifted

China's state planner has allowed three central government-backed utilities and its top steelmaker to resume coal imports from Australia.

January 4, 2023

Copper price falls on demand fears

Surging covid cases in China after the easing of restrictions have reinforced worries about demand.

January 4, 2023

Rio Tinto, Baowu take next step towards developing Guinea joint venture

Guinea's government requires any developer to build a 600-km railway to the coast.

January 4, 2023

China allows four firms to resume Aussie coal imports

China imposed restrictions on Australian commodities including coal and wine just over two years ago.

January 3, 2023

Recession risks to weigh on precious metals prices, but weaker dollar would help — report

Depending on the direction for the dollar resulting from the Fed's actions, gold is likely to fall in range between $1,620/oz $1,920/oz.