Metals
  • Gold$4,062.16/oz+1.21%
  • Silver$54.48/oz+1.08%
  • Platinum$1,539.17/oz+0.57%
  • Palladium$1,036.10/oz−1.15%
  • Copper$6.62/lb+1.62%
  • Aluminium$3,086/t+1.51%
  • Nickel$15,608/t+0.30%
  • Zinc$3,840/t+0.92%
  • Lead$1,923/t+0.55%
  • Lithium$14,896/t+1.07%
  • Cobalt$22.85/lb0.00%
  • Uranium$90.08/lb−0.07%
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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.

Critical Minerals • Jun 28, 2023

Challenging China’s Dominance: U.S. Mine Aims

In an effort to lessen reliance on China, which presently dominates the global rare earths market, a U.S. mine is taking extraordinary steps to shift the…

Base Metals • Jun 25, 2023

Rio Tinto Announces $1.1 Billion Investment

Rio Tinto, one of the largest mining and metals companies in the world, today disclosed plans to invest an astounding $1.1 billion in the development of…

Battery Metals • Jun 24, 2023

Chinese Lithium Mine Exposes shockingly Unsafe

A Chinese lithium mine in the country's center has drawn criticism following the shocking discovery of dangerous working conditions suffered by its employees. Concerns have been…

Copper • Jun 22, 2023

Anglo American and Jiangxi Forge Strategic

Anglo American and Jiangxi Copper Company Limited (Jiangxi) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), solidifying a strategic partnership that promises to foster collaborative growth and…

Battery Metals • Jun 21, 2023

Sinomine’s Ambitious Expansion at Tanco Mine

The Chinese mining company Sinomine Resource Group is contemplating a significant expansion at the renowned Tanco mine in Manitoba, Canada, in order to increase production of…

Base Metals • Jun 19, 2023

Temporary Lay-Offs Impact 650 Employees at

Tara Mines, one of the main zinc and lead mines in Co. Meath, Ireland, has recently announced the temporary layoff of 650 employees. Concerns have been…

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