December 24, 2019

Rare earths trade between China, Myanmar facing challenges

A new closure of the border is causing a decline in the supply from Myanmar to China.

December 23, 2019

Euphoria, greed and fear mark 2010s for commodities investors

A brighter outlook for global economy could bolster cyclical stocks in 2020 as risk-on trades make a comeback.

December 22, 2019

Misery looms over top coal shippers as China to buy less in 2020

The world’s biggest coal buyer will likely purchase less from overseas in 2020.

December 20, 2019

China launches gold options as prices near 6-year highs

The world's top bullion producer and consumer launched its first gold options contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange on Friday.

December 20, 2019

Doctor Copper ends 2019 with a new-found spring in his step

LME copper hit a seven-month high of $6,235.50 per tonne Friday morning.

December 19, 2019

China Minmetals sets up graphite unit in battery materials push

The new venture will tap the resources of the Yunshan graphite mine in Heilongjiang's Luobei county.

December 19, 2019

China tightens rules on tailings dam safety

New or expansion projects with a dam height of over 200 metres are prohibited, while tailings dams that have been in service for less than five years may not be…

December 19, 2019

From Barrick to First Quantum: Top miners look ahead to 2020

Top executives at the world's largest mining companies expect a big focus on environmental, social and governance issues and more consolidation.

December 18, 2019

Unexpected bump on the EV road hits battery metals

However, everyone is still bullish on the long-term story.

December 18, 2019

Coal endures as world’s favorite fuel for electricity generation

Coal consumption is set to rise in the coming years as growing demand for electricity in developing countries outpaces a shift to cleaner sources of electricity in industrialized nations.