December 26, 2025

New York copper price surges again, Shanghai sets record

Copper jumped by more than 5% to the highest level since the short squeeze in July.

December 24, 2025

Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge

All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures.

December 24, 2025

Gold price tops $4,500 for first time

Spot gold set a new all-time high of $4,524.68 an ounce.

December 24, 2025

US rare earth buyers still see China curbs despite Trump deal

The US and China still haven’t reached an agreement on key details of how Beijing will free up sales of rare earths.

December 23, 2025

Gold price sets new record near $4,500, silver price touches $70

Gold has now gained more than 70% this year and is on track for its best annual performance since 1979.

December 23, 2025

Copper price tops $12,000 for first time on tariffs, supply woes

Copper prices exceed $12,000 a tonne for the first time on record due to mine disruptions and tariffs, despite weak demand in China.

December 22, 2025

GRAPHIC: Gold and silver soar in year-end rally

Investors have not treated the festive break as an occasion to take profits.

December 22, 2025

Copper price heads toward $12,000 as banks predict further gains

With year-end approaching, copper on the London Metal Exchange is up nearly 40%, marking its biggest annual gain since 2009.

December 22, 2025

Copper’s tight supply and tariff risks set for a volatile 2026

Analysts warn structural deficits may start in 2026 as copper hits records, demand accelerates and supply struggles to keep up.

December 21, 2025

Over 60% of critical minerals demand met through global trade: IEF

The IEF report predicts global demand for copper, nickel, cobalt, lithium and rare earths rising from 28 million tonnes in 2021 to nearly 41 million by 2040.