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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.
For over a century, the copper market followed a predictable rhythm of industrial expansion and cyclical manufacturing. Since 1912, Skillings Mining Intelligence has tracked these shifts,…
The global mining sector has crossed a psychological and financial Rubicon in the second quarter of 2026. As traditional fiat hedges and industrial demand for electrification…
Mid-May 2026 trading has brought another sharp leg higher in precious metals, with silver testing the $100 level and gold holding near $4,800 per ounce. As…
The global mining investment landscape is undergoing a structural transformation as we move through the second quarter of 2026. Capital is no longer just chasing ounces;…
As of May 13, 2026, the uranium market has reached a critical technical and fundamental crossroads. After a volatile start to the year, the spot price…
The global race for critical minerals has reached a fever pitch in mid-2026. While mainstream headlines continue to focus on the opening of new "China-alternative" mines…
SASKATOON, Saskatchewan : Cameco Corporation (TSX: CCO; NYSE: CCJ) has suspended operations at its Key Lake milling facility and significantly reduced activity at the McArthur River…
By Salini Krishnan Monday, May 11, 2026 The traditional yardstick for mining valuations is undergoing a structural transformation. For decades, the 1.0x Price-to-Net Asset Value (P/NAV)…
In the gold mining sector, 2026 has become the year of the "Margin Paradox." While gold prices have touched historic highs, pushing toward the $5,400 mark…
The global mining sector enters the second week of May 2026 grappling with a dual reality: record-shattering commodity prices and a relentless upward pressure on operating…
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