December 4, 2020

China to allow Australian coal cargo ashore despite ban

It remains uncertain whether the unloadings are exceptions to meet specific demand or a sign of a broader unfreezing.

December 3, 2020

Chinese rare earth metals surge in price

November saw the prices of all major Chinese-sourced rare earths spike, but especially those used in magnets.

December 3, 2020

China Inc. extends cobalt grip with bigger Glencore deal

The world’s biggest supplier of cobalt has extended its supply agreement with battery maker GEM Co., allowing the Chinese company to secure supply of the crucial metal until the end…

December 3, 2020

BHP says copper output needs to double in 30 years

Metal is well placed to benefit from the decarbonisation targets of some the world's biggest economies including top carbon emitter and top metals consumer China.

December 2, 2020

China coking coal surges as covid throttles Mongolia border

Coking coal prices in China have soared to a four-year high after a new covid-19 outbreak slowed border crossings from Mongolia.

December 2, 2020

Lead hits 1-year high on mine disruption but oversupply looms

Metal was the top performer among LME metals last month.

December 1, 2020

Mining supercycle talk back as copper, iron ore prices surge to 7-year highs

Goldman Sachs predicts "structural bull market" for commodities similar to 2000s as rising demand, green energy investment combine with chronic undersupply.

December 1, 2020

Teck looks to boost Chinese coal sales amid stalled Australian shipments

Fourth quarter sales to China remained within guidance of 5.8-6.2 Mt.

December 1, 2020

Don’t mention iron ore – China and Australia dance around the big issue

The ongoing tensions haven’t had any discernable impact on the iron ore trade.

November 30, 2020

Gold price on track for worst month since 2016

Gold extended its decline below $1,800/oz on further positive news of covid-19 vaccines.