Solaris ends plan to sell stake to Zijin Mining, cites government rulesCanada's government has taken a tough stance specifically on investments from China in critical minerals such as copper, graphite and lithium.Reuters | May 21, 2024 | 9:34 am
China’s gold imports slow as record prices temper demandThe precious metal’s allure has been further dimmed by warnings…Bloomberg News | May 21, 2024 | 9:28 am
China’s SDIC in advanced talks for significant stake in Thai potash mineA deal for Asia Pacific Potash could be worth at…Bloomberg News | May 20, 2024 | 9:47 am
Copper price hits record above $11,000 on bets that shortage looms Several developments in 2024 have emboldened copper bulls and drawn in a rising tide of speculative money. Bloomberg News | May 20, 2024 | 8:09 am
Copper’s record run at risk as US shipments calm speculator frenzy At least 100,000 metric tons of copper are en route to the US CME exchange, Reuters sources say. Reuters | May 20, 2024 | 8:05 am
Mali signs agreement with Ganfeng to operate Goulamina lithium mine Ganfeng Lithium will set up a spodumene plant which will start production by the end of the year. Reuters | May 17, 2024 | 8:53 am
Iron ore price jumps to over one-week high on China’s property stimulus efforts China is allowing local governments to buy apartments and relax mortgage rules. Reuters | May 17, 2024 | 7:33 am
Zijin Mining to produce 50% more copper by 2028 China's top copper producer plans to increase output of the metal by 4% in 2025 and to 1.5.-1.6m tonnes, or 50%, in four years. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 17, 2024 | 3:56 am
Tin prices may see further support from supply risks, rate cuts, analysts say BMI analysts increased their 2024 tin price forecast, but predicted prices could ease to around $26,000 to $32,000 a ton in the coming months. Reuters | May 16, 2024 | 9:32 am
EU launches trade investigation into Chinese tinplate steel The EU launched the investigation to assess whether imports into the bloc are sold at excessively low prices. Reuters | May 16, 2024 | 8:00 am
Global coal phase-out to cost between $200 billion, $2 trillion – study Over $200 billion will be given as compensation to workers and local communities affected by coal phase-out programs globally. Staff Writer | May 16, 2024 | 5:38 am
Opinion: Tariffs on minerals from China are not enough Critical minerals consultant argues Western countries need duties on all minerals produced by Chinese-linked entities. Gregory D. Wischer | May 15, 2024 | 8:51 am