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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.
Surface and underground mining infrastructure at a base-metals project in Arizona. The global mining sector is navigating a volatile transition as May 1, 2026, opens with…
Lithium prices have entered a definitive period of realignment in mid-2026, trading between $24,000 and $25,500 per ton as the global market shifts from a multi-year…
As the global mining industry enters the second quarter of 2026, the landscape of project development for world-class assets has fundamentally shifted. Gone are the days…
The global copper market has entered a period of unprecedented structural volatility. As of April 2026, the industry is grappling with a phenomenon once thought mathematically…
As gold prices continue to defy historical norms, the global mining community and financial markets are grappling with a singular question: is $5,000 gold a speculative…
The global copper market has entered a period of unprecedented structural volatility. As of April 2026, the industry is grappling with a phenomenon once thought mathematically…
As of April 2026, the global energy landscape has reached a definitive tipping point. The "vertical hockey stick" of power demand, driven by the rapid expansion…
By charles Pitts KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of Congo : President Felix Tshisekedi has issued a high-stakes mandate for a comprehensive 30-day audit of the nation’s mining…
As of April 30, 2026, the global copper market is navigating one of its most turbulent periods in decades. Once viewed primarily as a bellwether for…
The global mining landscape is undergoing a massive capital realignment as gold prices consolidate near $4,800 per ounce. This week, two major transactions have redefined the…
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