November 8, 2025

Column: Funds amass record bull bets on aluminum as market narrative turns

Investors have built up record long positions, fueling a six-month rally that has seen the LME three-month metal trade this week above the $2,900/t level.

November 7, 2025

OP-ED: A strategic metal for a strategic moment – Ukraine’s titanium opportunity

Originally the backbone of the Soviet titanium industry, Ukraine was one of the few countries in an exclusive club of titanium sponge producers.

November 7, 2025

Tungsten West produces first trial concentrate at Hemerdon mine in UK

Hemerdon, formerly known as Drakelands mine, has a history of mining activity dating back to 1918.

November 6, 2025

Sweden lifts uranium mining ban

A municipal veto for handling small quantities of uranium locally was also narrowed.

November 6, 2025

Nutrien weighs phosphate unit sale

Potential buyers could include industry rivals Mosaic, ICL Group, K+S AG or private equity investors.

November 6, 2025

Study warns deep-sea mining waste threatens marine food chain

Research shows that deep discharge of mining waste must be assessed, as its impact on ocean ecosystems varies and could cause harm.

November 5, 2025

Copper price holds loss as equity rout, strong dollar weigh on metals

The metal traded near $10,650/t on the LME, following the longest losing streak since July in a pullback from last month’s rally to a record.

November 5, 2025

EU, China created special channel to ensure rare earth supplies, commissioner says

On Tuesday, the EU Commission said EU and Chinese officials had discussed general licenses to ease the export of rare earths.

November 4, 2025

MMG hit by EU probe of $500 million Anglo deal

Regulators warned that the Brazil nickel deal threatens the bloc’s stainless-steel industry.

November 4, 2025

Critical Metals secures environmental approvals for Greenland rare earth mine

The only approvals now left for the Tanbreez project are the remaining parts of the mine and closure plan, as well as plans for "specific activities."