March 12, 2020

China’s No.3 battery maker says auto recovery needed by May

China’s purchases of new energy vehicles collapsed 78% in February.

March 12, 2020

Palladium in record freefall with precious metals caught in rout

Palladium futures slumped as much as 28% on the New York Mercantile Exchange.

March 12, 2020

Coronavirus impact curbs China, Europe copper smelting

Production declined on February according to satellite surveillance of copper plants.

March 11, 2020

JPMorgan reaps benefits of China’s nickel market squeeze

JPMorgan made about $100 million trading nickel last year.

March 11, 2020

China $570 billion stimulus raises hopes for copper, iron ore price

Copper and iron ore prices hold up as China shifts focus from containing the outbreak to rebuilding its economy.

March 11, 2020

Despite a turbulent year – BHP keeps its brand crown

BHP retains the top spot despite recording a 3% drop in brand value to $5.8 billion.

March 10, 2020

Albemarle expects weak Q1 in China due to coronavirus

Logistic delays "remain an area of concern," said chief financial officer.

March 10, 2020

CNMC to transfer Africa copper, cobalt assets to engineering arm

Company will sell its 74% stake to NFC for $1.06 billion, in a restructuring move.

March 9, 2020

Jingye Group completes buyout of British Steel

The group also said it planned to invest 1.2 billion pounds to revive the business.

March 9, 2020

Death of coal financing is exaggerated as China steps up

The relatively easy credit underscores the challenge of ridding the world of the dirtiest energy source.