Gold • Aug 13, 2024
The Future of Gold Extraction from
Johannesburg, often referred to as the "City of Gold," has a long history of gold mining, which has left behind vast mine dumps. These dumps are…
Minerals & Metals
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.
Battery Metals • Aug 12, 2024
Massive Protests Erupt in Belgrade Against Rio
Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Belgrade, Serbia, to oppose the revival of a controversial lithium mining project by the Anglo-Australian company Rio…
Africa • Aug 9, 2024
Ghana Launches Historic Gold Refinery to Boost
Ghana has inaugurated its first-ever gold refinery, marking a significant milestone in its long-standing mining industry.
Africa • Aug 8, 2024
Zambia’s Ambitious Copper Goals Threatened by
Zambia's proposed minerals regulation law has drawn significant criticism from the mining sector, with industry stakeholders warning it could severely hamper investment and undermine the country's…
Coal • Aug 8, 2024
Investor Backlash Leads Glencore to Abandon
Glencore Plc, the Swiss mining and commodities giant, has decided to retain its coal assets, reversing its previous plan to coal spin off the business.
Base Metals • Aug 7, 2024
Indian Miner Vedanta Reports 37% YoY Profit
Indian Miner Vedanta Surpasses Q1 Profit Estimates Amid Rising Aluminium and Zinc Prices Vedanta Ltd, India's leading mining and non-ferrous metals company, has reported a significant…
Exploration & Discovery • Aug 5, 2024
From Supercontinent to Steel: The Geological
World's Largest Iron Ore Deposits Formed Over 1 Billion Years Ago During Supercontinent Breakup Recent geological research has unveiled that the world's largest iron ore deposits,…
Copper • Aug 5, 2024
BHP and Lundin Mining’s $3 Billion Acquisition
Copper prices have been on an upward trajectory, nearing $10,000 per metric ton, driven by anticipated supply shortages and robust demand from sectors like EVs and…
Battery Metals • Aug 5, 2024
Falcon Energy Relocates to UAE Amid Stricter
In a strategic move to attract new investment, Falcon Energy Materials PLC, a Canadian graphite miner formerly known as SRG Mining Inc., has relocated its headquarters…
Battery Metals • Aug 2, 2024
Albemarle Cuts Jobs Amid Falling Lithium Prices
lbemarle Corp., the world’s largest producer of lithium, has announced a significant halt to its expansion plans in Australia due to a persistent slump in lithium…
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