May 23, 2019

China’s sway over tech metals under scrutiny after Huawei swoop

China’s grip on the world’s rare earths market is in focus once again amid speculation the dominant producer could choke off supplies as the trade war escalates.

May 22, 2019

Iron ore is surging, but not all producers are joining the party — opinion

While iron ore prices have surged to a five-year high above $100 a tonne, not all producers of the steel-making ingredient are sharing in the bounty.

May 22, 2019

Get ready for difficult times, China’s Xi warns during trade war

Acrimony has intensified since Washington last week blacklisted Chinese telecom equipment company Huawei Technologies Co Ltd.

May 21, 2019

What soaring iron ore and faltering copper say about China — opinion

The fortunes of two commodities are beholden to China, the world's biggest importer and user of both iron ore and copper.

May 16, 2019

Tesla fires sound alarms about safety of electric-car batteries

Recent blazes involving Tesla Inc. and NIO Inc. cars in Greater China are prompting the industry to take steps to alleviate concerns from potential customers.

May 16, 2019

Is the trade war a catalyst for gold?

Although most of the precious metals sector has trended lower in recent months, gold has held up well.

May 16, 2019

Chinese outages a reminder of aluminium’s dirty secret

The metal touted for its environmental benefits, particularly in the manufacture of lighter cars and trucks, has a big problem with storing its toxic by-products.

May 15, 2019

UAE and China to strengthen gems and jade bilateral trade

The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre and the China Gems and Jade Exchange signed a memorandum of understanding to create new trading opportunities.

May 13, 2019

Copper, nickel, zinc prices sink on China car sales, trade war

Near 17% decline in Chinese car sales in April – the 11th monthly drop in a row – compounds impact of Washington-Beijing trade salvoes.

May 13, 2019

Back on the menu: Chinese steel mills regain taste for high-grade iron ore

Prices of 65% iron-content ore for delivery to China hit a five-year-peak of $110.5 a tonne on Thursday, while its premium to benchmark 62% ore widened to five-month highs.