Metals
  • Gold$4,060.73/oz+1.18%
  • Silver$54.43/oz+0.99%
  • Platinum$1,539.91/oz+0.62%
  • Palladium$1,036.05/oz−1.15%
  • Copper$6.62/lb+1.72%
  • Aluminium$3,101/t+2.03%
  • Nickel$15,601/t+0.25%
  • Zinc$3,817/t+0.30%
  • Lead$1,923/t+0.58%
  • Lithium$14,908/t+1.14%
  • Cobalt$22.85/lb0.00%
  • Uranium$89.90/lb−0.27%
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Battery Metals • Jul 25, 2023

Cobalt Red: The Dark Side of Smartphone and

The grim reality behind the production of smartphones and electric vehicles has been revealed in a startling exposé. The cobalt mines of the Democratic Republic of…

Market Intelligence • Jul 25, 2023

BRICS: The Emerging Power Club That’s Turning

In a world dominated by economic superpowers, the BRICS nations have risen to prominence, converting from a loose alliance into a formidable force on the international…

Gold • Jul 24, 2023

Newmont Buys Newcrest: World’s Biggest Gold Miner

Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM) successfully acquired Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX: NCM) in a transaction that sent shockwaves through the global mining industry, solidifying its position as…

Critical Minerals • Jul 24, 2023

The dramatic scale-Up of Critical Materials

As the world prepares for an energy transition, the mining industry is at the vanguard of a monumental shift in the demand for critical materials and…

Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) • Jul 22, 2023

Unearthing Peril: The Dark Side of Industrial

Throughout history, the allure of immense riches and invaluable resources hidden beneath the Earth's surface has inspired ambitious industrial mining endeavors. Behind the gleam of profits…

Iron Ore • Jul 22, 2023

Iron ore production: Australia Retains Crown

Australia has once again demonstrated its mining prowess as the unrivaled leader of iron ore production on the global stage. The scorched nation's thriving mining industry…

Africa • Jul 21, 2023

Navigating the Complex Landscape: Understanding

The vast mineral abundance of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) makes it a significant player in the global mining industry. However, the nation's mining…

Mining Careers & Guides • Jul 21, 2023

Mining Engineers in High Demand: Spearheading

Technology advancements, a growing emphasis on sustainable practices, and a surge in demand for essential minerals are driving the mining industry through a period of transformation.…

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