February 10, 2025 US copper price premium soars to record after Trump tariff moves Since Trump became president, Comex copper has traded at a premium to the LME, ranging from about around $250 to $500.
February 10, 2025 Gold price soars past $2,900 on new tariff threats Monday's rally marks the seventh time gold has set a new record in 2025.
February 10, 2025 EU says it would react to US steel tariffs, awaits details Trump said on Sunday that he would introduce new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the US.
February 10, 2025 Brazil denies report of potential tax on US tech firms after Trump steel tariffs The South American country is one of the largest sources of US steel imports.
February 9, 2025 Nippon Steel considering ‘bold’ revision to US Steel buyout, government spokesperson says Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Sunday that there are legal questions regarding the distinction between acquisition and investment.
February 9, 2025 Trump to announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs in latest trade escalation The US President said he will announce reciprocal tariffs on Tuesday or Wednesday, to take effect almost immediately.
February 8, 2025 Trump says Nippon Steel eyes US Steel investment, not purchase His comments add to investor concern that the merger agreement is effectively over.
February 7, 2025 Trudeau tells CEOs Trump wants to annex Canada for critical minerals Canadian Prime Minister said US President's desire to annex the northern nation “is a real thing” due to its abundance of critical minerals.
February 7, 2025 Rio Tinto’s US Borax donates $600,000 to support communities impacted by LA wildfires The donations are going to Kern County Fire Department, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
February 7, 2025 London sees record gold outflow in January in race to ship to US The amount of gold stored in London vaults fell by 4.9 million troy ounces in January, the largest monthly decline since records began in 2016.
EU said to allow telecoms copper switch-off delay to 2035 The move would give national governments discretion to set their own copper phase-out timelines based on local market conditions, network readiness and consumer impact. January 15, 2026 | 10:54 am
