Metals
  • Gold$4,023.55/oz−1.15%
  • Silver$52.69/oz−2.81%
  • Platinum$1,509.07/oz−2.43%
  • Palladium$1,002.90/oz−1.84%
  • Copper$6.60/lb−1.09%
  • Aluminium$3,065/t−0.44%
  • Nickel$15,667/t+0.09%
  • Zinc$3,859/t+0.29%
  • Lead$1,901/t+0.43%
  • Lithium$14,422/t−3.94%
  • Cobalt$22.80/lb−0.22%
  • Uranium$90.29/lb+0.01%
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From copper and cobalt to rare earths and lithium, the minerals and metals that power modern life are at the heart of global mining. This section tracks production volumes, market prices, trade flows, and geopolitical shifts impacting the extraction and distribution of key resources. We spotlight battery metals, base metals, precious metals, and everything in between — along with the technologies and policies reshaping their supply chains. Whether you’re a trader, analyst, or enthusiast, stay informed with timely updates and expert commentary on minerals and metals in mining.

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Gold • Feb 6, 2025

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Battery Metals • Feb 1, 2025

India Lithium Investment Expands in Argentina

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Battery Metals • Feb 1, 2025

India Expands Lithium and Energy Investments

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