Lithium
Will the U.S. Pull the Plug on Its $2.3B Lithium Bet in Nevada?
The Trump administration is re-examining the record $2.3 billion loan granted under President Joe Biden to finance Lithium Americas Corp.’s Thacker Pass lithium mine in Nevada. The deposit, considered one of the largest in the United States, was positioned as …
Rock Solid Strategy: Rio Tinto’s Bold New Structure
Rio Tinto has entered a new phase in its long corporate history, unveiling a sweeping reorganization of its operating model and executive leadership team. Effective immediately, the mining giant will be streamlined into three world-class product groups: Iron …
Ken Brinsden Sounds Alarm on Underestimated Lithium Demand
When Ken Brinsden speaks, the lithium world listens. At the Diggers and Dealers conference in Kalgoorlie, the Patriot Battery Metals CEO issued a stark warning: lithium demand forecasts are falling dangerously behind reality. For an industry that underpins the …
Chevron’s Lithium Spark: Igniting U.S. Energy Security
In a strategic leap that’s turning heads in the energy sector, Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), announced on June 17, 2025, its entry into the domestic lithium market with the acquisition of two substantial leasehold …
General Motors Shifts Gears with $4 Billion U.S. Investment
General Motors is making a decisive $4 billion move to bring more of its vehicle production back to U.S. soil, in a strategic shift that speaks volumes about the evolving landscape of American manufacturing, trade policy, and political pressure. The company’s …
Stock & Awe: Tesla Booms as Musk Makes New Demands
Tesla’s stock continues to charge ahead, accelerating nearly 5% on Tuesday and pushing its five-day rally past the 20% mark. The catalyst? Reports from the Financial Times that Tesla’s board is actively drafting a new pay package for CEO Elon Musk—a saga …
From Iron to Ions: Rio Tinto’s Zesty Lithium Pivot
Rio Tinto (NYSE:RIO) is charging full-throttle into the lithium race, and CEO Jakob Stausholm is placing his chips on South America’s Lithium Triangle—Argentina, Chile, and Bolivia—as the epicenter of the world’s low-cost, high-quality lithium supply. Speaking …
Ukraine’s Strategic Minerals: A Game-Changer for U.S. and EU Security
On April 30, 2025, Ukraine and the United States inked a landmark economic partnership that could reshape global critical mineral supply chains. The agreement grants the U.S. preferential access to Ukraine’s vast reserves of lithium, graphite, titanium, and …
Trump’s Royal Flush: Nevada’s Critical Minerals Take Center Stage
Nevada, the Silver State, has long been a land of opportunity, from its gold rushes to its glittering casinos. But under President Donald J. Trump’s second term, Nevada’s been dealt a royal flush in the high-stakes game of critical minerals. With a laser focus …
Rivian Bets on Small, Smart EVs with New Startup, Also
Rivian Automotive Inc. has taken a bold step into the world of micromobility by spinning out a new startup aimed at developing small electric vehicles designed for short trips. The new venture, called Also, is set to tackle a growing segment of the electric …