April 7, 2025 Russia’s embrace of gold eases loss of reserves frozen by war The value of Russia’s gold reserves has surged by 72%, or $96 billion, since the beginning of 2022.
April 7, 2025 Chile regulator: copper prices have likely peaked as US-China trade war looms Cochilco says that average copper prices are forecast to stay above $4 per pound this year.
April 7, 2025 China deploys rare earths as weapon in trade war with Trump Beijing said Friday it will tighten controls on exports of seven types of rare earths.
April 7, 2025 Ukrainian team to travel to US this week to discuss minerals deal The Trump administration has proposed a broader minerals deal, which Ukraine has been reviewing recently.
April 7, 2025 As Chile revs up lithium plans, Indigenous people demand more control Indigenous communities are in talks with Codelco and SQM to gain more influence over plans to increase lithium extraction.
April 6, 2025 Barrick Gold proposes name change to reflect copper push CEO Mark Bristow has talked for years about his desire to grow the company’s copper operations.
April 6, 2025 Chile to cut 2025 copper price forecast, WSJ reports The Chilean government will cut the estimated average price to $3.90 to $4 a pound from a current projection of $4.25.
April 4, 2025 Gold stocks defy markets Gold stocks are increasingly standing out in stock markets slammed by Trump’s massive tariffs.
April 4, 2025 Indian delegation to visit Chile seeking stake in SQM’s lithium projects Several companies are in talks with SQM for stakes of 20% in its Mount Holland and Andover projects in Australia.
Hedge funds cut bullish gold wagers to lowest in 15 weeks Hedge funds and other large speculators reduced net-long positions by 23%. February 06, 2026 | 03:33 pm
