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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.
Steve Daines has urged continued US-China engagement on rare earths as supply concerns persist and China's dominance of processing and magnet production remains a strategic challenge.
Ghana’s latest environmental enforcement actions range from a mine shutdown to a pre-closure notice and inspections under review. The cases highlight why operators must maintain valid…
Tronox and Japan’s JX Advanced Metals are committing US$32 million to studies for a proposed rare-earth processing chain spanning Australia and the United States. The plan…
Brazilian Rare Earths has commissioned the first stage of its Camaçari pilot plant in Bahia, producing its first rare earth mineral concentrate. The milestone advances metallurgical…
The United States has substantial mineral resources. Yet bringing a new mine into production can take decades. For critical minerals, that long journey raises questions about…
The US strategic critical minerals reserve has moved closer to physical procurement. On 23 September 2026, Glencore and Mercuria became the first two participants in VaultCo,…
Gold mining operation and processing infrastructure in a West African setting. Gold is trading around $4,376 an ounce on COMEX, up about 0.10% in the latest…
Lithium brine evaporation ponds and processing infrastructure. Lithium carbonate futures fell more than 3% in a single session in September, interrupting a firm stretch that had…
Copper production at a large open-pit mine remains constrained by operational disruptions, declining grades and long project timelines. Copper prices remain near record territory even as…
Nickel prices have recovered modestly in late September, with both LME and SHFE contracts rising by more than 1% in a recent session and spot nickel…
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