February 22, 2024 Gold gives scientists clues to develop more resilient materials Researchers with the US SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory explore the mechanisms that allow gold to become harder instead of falling apart like other materials when zapped with high-energy laser pulses.
February 21, 2024 Eramet in talks with France to offload debt from SLN nickel unit Eramet, which has refused to inject more funds into SLN, aims to reach a deal in the coming weeks to remove some 320 million euros of debt.
February 21, 2024 Zinnwald lithium project in Germany now 2nd largest in EU The project's mineral resources estimate has increased 445% since the previous report, released in late 2018.
February 21, 2024 AMG cuts 2024 profit target as low lithium prices weigh The lithium supplier said it would reduce its headcount by around 200.
February 21, 2024 SQM makes $9.4m follow-on investment in UK battery recycling firm Since SQM's initial investment of $2.57 million last year, Altilium has hit a number of key development milestones.
February 21, 2024 Aluminum price surges as White House plans fresh sanctions on Russia President Joe Biden said the US plans to unveil a “major” sanctions package against Moscow on Friday.
February 20, 2024 Goldman, hedge funds step up activity in physical uranium as prices spike Shortfalls have lifted uranium prices to 16-year highs.
February 20, 2024 Swiss January gold exports highest in six years on strong Asian sales "Year of the Dragon" fuelled the jewellery demand as this is seen as a traditionally auspicious year for gold purchases in China.
February 19, 2024 Lucara Diamond revives sales deal with gem trader HB Antwerp The Canadian miner said it will supply HB Antwerp with rough diamonds of 10.8 carats and above for 10 years.
February 19, 2024 Deep-sea mining may be inevitable, says UN regulator Deep sea mining is likely just a matter of time, according to the head of the International Seabed Authority.
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