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.

Battery Metals • Jun 10, 2023

Lithium Mining Powers the Electric Vehicle Revolution

The Lithium mining has emerged as the propelling force behind the electric vehicle (EV) revolution in a world that is transitioning towards sustainable transportation. As lithium-ion…

Africa • Jun 4, 2023

Cobalt Mining in the DRC Requires Urgent

The cobalt mining industry in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has come under intensified scrutiny in recent years due to its alarming human rights…

Battery Metals • Jun 3, 2023

Rising Demand for Cobalt Mining Industry

In recent years, the cobalt mining industry has experienced significant growth due to the increasing demand for this essential mineral in a variety of industries, especially…

Exploration & Discovery • Jun 1, 2023

Global Mining Industry Assets Unearthed

Recent research has uncovered the immense wealth concealed beneath the surface of our planet. It has been discovered that the global mining industry, which is renowned…

Battery Metals • May 28, 2023

Before and After: The Impact of Lithium

Rapid expansion of the electric vehicle industry and rising demand for renewable energy storage have put lithium batteries in the spotlight. As the mining industry responds…

Coal • May 25, 2023

Modern Coal Mines Enable Sustainable Energy

In the coal industry's core, a remarkable transformation is occurring. Modern coal mines, outfitted with cutting-edge technology and sustainability measures, are challenging conventional beliefs and charting…

Coal • May 24, 2023

Decline in Coal Production Jobs in the US

Recent years have seen a significant decline in coal production employment in the United States, causing concern for the future of local economies heavily dependent on…

Copper • May 24, 2023

Controversial Oak Flat Mine Proposal Sparks

The proposed mine at Oak Flat, Arizona, has been the center of a controversial controversy between economic interests and environmental concerns. Resolution Copper, a partnership between…

Coal • May 22, 2023

Coal Miner Salaries Amid Economic Challenges

Coal miners have long been the unsung champions who fuel our economies in the mining industry, which requires grit and unwavering commitment. However, the difficulties encountered…

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