October 23, 2018 Caterpillar plummets after flagging tariffs-triggered high material costs The world's no.1 heavy machinery maker reported third-quarter earnings that topped analysts’ estimates, but said the ongoing trade dispute resulted in $40 million in extra costs for materials in the…
October 22, 2018 Northvolt to set up Polish battery plant to tap mining, storage markets Northvolt's plans are a central part of Europe's effort to compete with Asian rivals such as CATL, Samsung and LG Chem.
October 22, 2018 BASF and Nornickel join forces in European EV battery push The move is part of BASF plans to invest up to 400 million euros ($462 million) as a first step in building production plants for cathode materials in Europe.
October 22, 2018 ArcelorMittal declares force majeure for Duisburg-Ruhrort site Force majeure declared due to the Rhine river's low water levels.
October 22, 2018 Glencore boss Ivan Glasenberg to retire in 3-5 years — report He is said to have already begun training three to four people to succeed him in the job.
October 19, 2018 NMC batteries dominating EV – sales to reach 63% of global market NMC cathodes currently account for nearly 28% of global EV sales, forecast to grow to 63% by 2027.
October 19, 2018 Why a no-deal Brexit risks freezing London’s diamond trade The U.K. is currently just one of six EU countries allowed to import and export rough diamonds. Once stones enter Belgium and Portugal, they’re then free to move around the…
October 19, 2018 ALROSA starts large rough diamond auction in Vladivostok For sale,166 gem-quality rough diamonds with a total weight of 2,607 carats.
October 19, 2018 Bosnian government to help keep Aluminij smelter on power grid The company sounded the alarm last week when the country's power regulator threatened to cut it off the grid because of unpaid bills.
October 19, 2018 Rusal’s Swedish smelter may be closed if sanctions not lifted The indirect consequences of the closure are difficult to assess as Rusal is the only aluminium smelter in Sweden.
Gold and silver prices stumble at the end of best year since the 1970s Both metals are on track for their best year since 1979. December 31, 2025 | 12:59 pm
