Other Commodities
Trump’s Tariffs on Canadian Oil: Scotiabank Says It’s a Buying Opportunity
The oil and gas sector in Canada is facing yet another challenge as former U.S. President Donald Trump enacts a 10% tariff on all energy imports from Canada. Despite the immediate market uncertainty, Scotiabank Global Equity Research sees this as a temporary …
Trump, Critical Minerals, and The Metals Company’s Billion-Dollar Bet on the Ocean
The Clipperton Clipperton Zone (CCZ) in the Pacific Ocean—stretching from Hawaii to Mexico—has emerged as a key battleground for deep-sea mining. With deposits of battery metals like cobalt, nickel, and copper contained in potato-sized polymetallic nodules, …
Breaking China’s Grip: India Invests $1.88 Billion in Critical Minerals Exploration
India has taken a significant step toward securing its future in the global energy transition by approving a $1.88 billion (163 billion rupees) investment in developing its critical minerals sector. This bold move, announced by the government on Wednesday, …
Critical Minerals: Canada’s Secret Weapon in the U.S. Trade Dispute
The escalating trade tensions between Canada and the United States, fueled by former U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed tariff threats, could shift the balance of economic power in North America. While Trump has downplayed Canada’s role in key industries, …
Suncor, Imperial, and the "Drill, Baby, Drill!" Effect on Canadian Energy
Canada’s largest oil and gas companies are entering earnings season under the shadow of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s potential return to office. As Imperial Oil (TSE: IMO) and Suncor Energy (TSE: SU) prepare to report their fourth-quarter results, …
How China Spent $57 Billion to Control the World's Critical Minerals
China has systematically tightened its control over the global supply of critical minerals, pouring $57 billion into resource-rich nations over the past two decades. A new report from AidData, a research lab at the College of William & Mary, reveals how at …
Nova Scotians Overwhelmingly Support Critical Mineral Mining
A vast majority of Nova Scotians recognize the crucial role that mining plays in the global push for net-zero emissions, with a recent survey revealing 65% support for in-province critical mineral extraction. As the demand for key minerals like lithium, …
Europe Draws the Line: Greenland Is Not for Sale
The European Union has firmly dismissed any discussions surrounding Greenland, following provocative remarks from former U.S. President Donald Trump and escalating geopolitical tensions over the Arctic territory. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas clarified …
Jim Cramer Teases Coal Resurgence, Trump’s Agenda Adds Fuel
Wall Street was abuzz this week as CNBC’s Jim Cramer set off a flurry of speculation with a cryptic post on social media. His statement, “And what if coal makes a comeback??? Stay tuned…,” sparked debates across the energy and investment sectors. The timing …
The Price of Antimony Soars Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Antimony, a critical mineral integral to flame retardants, semiconductors, and military applications, has become a focal point in the escalating trade tensions between China and the United States. China, commanding approximately 48% of global antimony …