September 3, 2025

China copper output set for rare September fall as tax change hits scrap supply

September is set to see the first fall in refined copper output since 2016.

September 2, 2025

RANKED: Top 10 gold mining companies of 2025

The million ounce club: These miners are making the most of record high gold prices.

September 2, 2025

China’s aluminum factories are changing to escape a crushing price war

Midstream producers are facing complex situations such as weak domestic demand, increased uncertainty in foreign trade, and intensified internal competition.

September 2, 2025

Germany urges Europe to stop China buying so much copper scrap

The unease about shipping raw materials to China highlights a growing politicization of global commodities supplies.

September 2, 2025

Codelco warns Chile’s copper output may stall at 5.5Mtpa

Codelco is advancing upgrades and ventures, confirming lithium ties with SQM and signing a BHP exploration deal this week.

September 1, 2025

Chinese firm faces $420 million Zambia mine spill damages claims

As much as 1.5 million tons of waste were spilled in the disaster, according to estimates.

September 1, 2025

Iron ore price hits one-week low on narrower steel margins, weak demand

Narrower steel margins, coupled with expectations of lower hot metal output, have put pressure on ore prices.

September 1, 2025

LME copper price near $10,000 amid softer dollar and resilient Chinese demand

Copper price pushed toward the $10,000-per-ton threshold on Monday on the London Metal Exchange.

August 31, 2025

Iron ore price heads for first consecutive monthly advance this year

Iron ore is headed for its first back-to-back monthly gain since 2024 on improving sentiment.

August 29, 2025

China copper smelters see decade-high profits despite challenges

The global copper industry has been facing cut-throat competition with too many firms bidding for not enough ore.