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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.
Nevada's open-pit mining landscape reflects the scale of the expanded Nevada Gold Mines joint venture. Newmont will pay Barrick $1.95 billion to settle their long-running dispute…
Coarse-grained spodumene-bearing pegmatite recovered from diamond drilling. Core Lithium has intersected a broad, high-grade zone of spodumene mineralisation outside the existing resource at its BP33 deposit…
Rare earth processing infrastructure in an industrial mining environment. USA Rare Earth has finalized definitive agreements with the U.S. Department of Commerce for up to $1.6…
Andean copper mine and concentrator infrastructure captured in documentary style. Copper has moved above $14,000 per tonne on the London Metal Exchange, as demand expectations linked…
The global nickel market is undergoing a structural realignment as regulatory milestones in North America intersect with aggressive supply management in Southeast Asia. On July 31,…
By Salini Krishnan Target publish time: 4:00 PM ET Gold pushed above US$4,500 an ounce while silver broke through US$68, but the more important investment question…
The global copper market in 2026 is navigating a complex convergence of structural supply constraints, aggressive trade policy maneuvers, and an unprecedented demand shock driven by…
Gold exploration and development activity in Western Australia. Photo: Skillings editorial image. Byline: Mo Shine Mining M&A deals in 2026 are showing how quickly strategic value…
The architecture of global resource security is undergoing its most aggressive structural realignment in decades. Across Washington and allied capitals, policymakers are confronting a stark operational…
Rare earth processing equipment at a US industrial mill. The US critical minerals supply chain is moving from broad policy commitments toward a more demanding test:…
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