Battery Metals • Jun 29, 2025
U.S. Commits $900 Million to Nevada Lithium
American Battery Technology secures $900M EXIM support to transform Nevada’s lithium reserves into a cornerstone of U.S. battery independence.
Minerals & Metals
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Battery Metals • Jun 29, 2025
France Secures Argentina Lithium Mining Rights
France moves to secure Argentina lithium mining in a deal reshaping Europe’s supply chains.
Gold • Jun 27, 2025
Why Gold Is Sliding as Federal Reserve Rate Hikes Loom
Gold prices fell as Federal Reserve rate hikes and stronger yields pressured safe-haven demand despite global tensions.
Battery Metals • Jun 27, 2025
Canada Unveils C$1.6 Billion Alberta Lithium
Canada commits C$1.6 billion to build the Alberta lithium hub, aiming to secure supply chains and create 6,500 jobs by 2027.
Copper • Jun 25, 2025
Australia Mineral Exports Hit AU$415B
Australia mineral exports reached AU$415B in 2023/24. Here’s what’s behind the boom — and what’s changing.
Gold • Jun 24, 2025
Will Gold Prices Recover After the Israel-Iran Ceasefire?
Gold prices retreat as ceasefire between Israel and Iran drains safe-haven demand; market eyes Powell and rate cuts.
Exploration & Discovery • Jun 23, 2025
U.S.-Backed Drilling Initiative Targets Rare Earth
U.S.-backed drilling at Greenland’s Tanbreez site deepens the global fight for rare earth independence.
Base Metals • Jun 23, 2025
Why Australia’s Mining Giants Are Pleading
Australia’s top miners are demanding Australia energy subsidies to prevent smelter shutdowns amid soaring power costs, warning of major job losses and supply chain disruptions.
Battery Metals • Jun 21, 2025
Inside America’s First Bid to Mine the Deep Sea
The U.S. accelerates seabed mining approvals under Trump’s directive, pushing TMC’s bid ahead of global rules.
Battery Metals • Jun 21, 2025
What Happens to EVs If Nickel Dries Up?
Indonesia’s surprise mining ban exposes the EV industry’s dangerous overreliance on one nickel source.
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