Metals
  • Gold$3,993.62/oz0.00%
  • Silver$53.90/oz+0.02%
  • Platinum$1,552.00/oz0.00%
  • Palladium$1,046.50/oz0.00%
  • Copper$6.48/lb0.00%
  • Aluminium$3,047/t+0.01%
  • Nickel$15,870/t+0.13%
  • Zinc$3,744/t−0.09%
  • Lead$1,895/t−0.49%
  • Lithium$14,542/t−0.04%
  • Cobalt$23.11/lb0.00%
  • Uranium$90.10/lb+0.02%
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Minerals & Metals

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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.

Mining Careers & Guides • Nov 26, 2022

Rare Earth Mines in Australia

Rare earth minerals have been a hot topic of discussion in the mining industry for some time now as they are expected to play a critical…

Base Metals • Nov 23, 2022

Indian Government Accredits 13 Private

The Central Indian Government announced on November 8, 2022, that it had accredited thirteen private agencies to conduct mineral exploration in the country.

Coal • Nov 21, 2022

Acland Coal Mine in Australia Given $1Billion

Twelve years after the initial proposal, the controversial Acland Coal Mine extension has been given the green light to proceed. This development means additional jobs for…

Base Metals • Nov 21, 2022

Galena Mining on Track at Abra Base Metals Mine

Galena Mining Limited (G1A) accomplished 92% completion at its Abra base metals mine in Western Australia after the underground mine reached the first ore earlier this…

Coal • Nov 14, 2022

US Mines More Coal in the West

The annual Coal Report by AJOT revealed that about 60% of coal was produced in the western part of the United States in 2021. However, only…

Gold • Nov 13, 2022

Skillings Review: Donlin Gold LLC reported

Donlin Gold LLC (“Donlin Gold”), owned 50/50 by Barrick Gold Corporation (“Barrick”) (TSX: ABX) (NYSE: GOLD) and NOVAGOLD RESOURCES INC. (“NOVAGOLD”) (TSX,NYSE American: NG) reported additional…

Iron Ore • Nov 7, 2022

US Steel Iron Ore Could Bring New Boom

US Steel is set to produce taconite pellets that could potentially save the iron ore mining industry and create more job opportunities.

Base Metals • Oct 30, 2022

Faraday Copper, DevEx Resources

Faraday Copper Corp. recently announced the results of the three additional drill holes in its nine-drill-hole Phase I diamond drill program. These results are from the…

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