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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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 • Oct 20, 2022

Lithium Mining in North America

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Iron Ore • Oct 17, 2022

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Base Metals • Oct 11, 2022

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Iron Ore • Oct 5, 2022

The Future of Iron Ore

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Exploration & Discovery • Sep 24, 2022

Slam Exploration Mobilizing to Drill Gold

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Iron Ore • Sep 21, 2022

Rio Tinto, China Baowu to Build Australian

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Battery Metals • Sep 15, 2022

Top 5 Lithium Stocks To Buy In 2022

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