June 1, 2025 Trump, Xi likely to speak soon on minerals trade dispute, aides say White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said no specific date for the conversation has been set.
June 1, 2025 Car makers warn China’s rare earth curbs could halt production The head of the trade group representing General Motors, Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai and others raised urgent concerns in a letter to the Trump administration.
May 30, 2025 Tungsten’s emerging supply chain Tungsten's role as the prime military metal is prompting a rush to restock supplies and reestablish non-Chinese supply lines.
May 30, 2025 Infographic: Rare earth spheres of control Who controls the future of rare earth mining?
May 30, 2025 China signals softer stance on rare earth export curbs While a handful of licences have been granted, including to some Volkswagen suppliers, Indian automakers say they have received none.
May 30, 2025 Column: Cobalt Holdings bets the battery metal’s fortunes have turned The metals investor is betting that the worst is over for the cobalt market.
May 28, 2025 Copper price must double to meet future mining needs — study The problem isn't about finding enough in the ground, but the rate at which copper is mined, according to a recent study.
May 28, 2025 Antofagasta offers Chinese smelters negative processing fees as talks start Antofagasta made an initial offer this week at a treatment charge of -$15 a ton for supplies to Chinese clients.
May 28, 2025 China plans commodities overhaul to attract global investors The Shanghai Futures Exchange has unveiled an internationalization plan to streamline access for overseas investors.
May 28, 2025 China may relax rare earth export curbs for some chip companies In April, China put seven rare earths and related products on an export control list.
Super Copper’s Cordillera project approved by Chile’s National Mining Authority The concessions cover approximately 6,858 hectares in the Atacama copper belt. December 24, 2025 | 11:24 am
