Metals
  • Gold$4,057.42/oz−0.31%
  • Silver$53.96/oz−0.47%
  • Platinum$1,543.46/oz−0.20%
  • Palladium$1,025.15/oz+0.34%
  • Copper$6.66/lb−0.13%
  • Aluminium$3,078/t−0.04%
  • Nickel$15,653/t+0.33%
  • Zinc$3,848/t+0.82%
  • Lead$1,893/t−1.57%
  • Lithium$15,015/t+0.01%
  • Cobalt$22.80/lb−0.22%
  • Uranium$90.28/lb−0.01%
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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.

Iron Ore • Jun 11, 2026

Great Lakes Iron Ore Shipments Rise in May

Iron ore trade rose in May. Total shipments reached 5.4 million tons. This volume grew 8.4 percent. The growth beat the five-year average. Steel demand remains…

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