August 5, 2025

Tianqi Lithium Australia JV says it is prioritizing long-term viability of refinery

The refinery, the first lithium hydroxide plant to be built in Australia, has been grappling with operational issues and production delays.

August 4, 2025

Greer says US-China talks ‘about halfway there’ on rare earths

The key industrial components were a focus of negotiations in Stockholm last week.

August 4, 2025

China limits supply of critical minerals to US defense sector: WSJ

According to the WSJ, citing sources, the Chinese government is now refusing or delaying exports of minerals designated for military applications.

August 4, 2025

China may need to trim record copper output on shortage of ore

Research firm Shanghai Metals Market projects output this month at 1.168 million tons, 0.5% less than its peak in July.

August 1, 2025

Gold demand in key Asian hubs improves amid price correction

Spot gold hit its lowest level in a month on Wednesday and was headed for third consecutive weekly loss.

July 31, 2025

Global gold demand up 3% in second quarter as investment jumps, WGC says

Physically backed gold exchange-traded funds recorded their largest semi-annual inflow since the first half of 2020.

July 30, 2025

Lithium miners sound alarm as EV struggles pile on pressure

A slew of corporate reports from Australian lithium producers has thrown a fresh spotlight this week on the struggling industry.

July 30, 2025

China investors swap gold for stocks as ETFs see record outflow

The four major onshore gold-backed ETFs have seen combined net outflows of about 3.2 billion yuan ($450 million) in July.

July 29, 2025

Iron ore price stays above $100/ton amid Sino-US trade talks

The benchmark September iron ore on the Singapore Exchange climbed 1.9%.

July 29, 2025

Finland reclaims mining crown as Canada loses ground

Finland is now the top jurisdiction for mining and exploration, reclaiming its early 2010s status, followed by Nevada and Alaska.