February 27, 2020 Chinese metals association suggests stockpiling as virus hits demand The start of stockpiling "can effectively alleviate the increase in inventory" at metal producers.
February 27, 2020 Canada backs Zijin Continental Gold acquisition The deal received Investment Canada Act's approval, and all the required regulatory permits from China.
February 26, 2020 Malaysia approves 3-year licence for Lynas’ rare earths The licence will allow it to continue processing rare earths at its $800 million plant in Kuantan.
February 26, 2020 Rio Tinto’s best earnings since 2011 clouded by virus risks Company announced ordinary dividend of $6.2 billion in 2019 and total cash returns of $7.2 billion.
February 26, 2020 Nornickel warns of coronavirus risks, reports leap in profit Russian giant reported 2019 net profit up 95% and expects uncertain times for nickel and copper markets.
February 26, 2020 Rio’s $1bn spend to reach zero emissions “not enough” Rio's boss said consumers, governments and shareholders must all be willing to make sacrifices if climate targets are to be met.
February 25, 2020 Pandemic fears: real and imagined Until stability is restored you’ll want to carry the only form of currency that will not suddenly become worthless: gold and silver.
February 25, 2020 Iron ore shows rain can triumph over China virus fears Iron ore’s robust performance is built around supply disruptions from Australia and Brazil.
February 25, 2020 Anglo Pacific sees ‘mildly positive impact’ of coronavirus Coking coal prices, which makes up the the majority of the company's earnings, are up 14%.
February 24, 2020 Freeport CEO says ‘everybody is on edge’ with virus uncertainty Richard Adkerson says that shutdowns in China are causing a buildup of exchange stockpiles.
Iron ore price nears best close since November on year-end metal rally The steelmaking ingredient advanced for a third straight session in Singapore, climbing nearly 1.8% to as much as $106.55 a ton in intraday trading. December 29, 2025 | 07:51 am
