Other Commodities
Wealthy Investors Seek High Returns in Coal Amid Bank Withdrawals
Wealthy Australians are increasingly turning their attention to coal projects, providing a vital stream of capital as traditional banks retreat due to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns. This emerging trend sees private investors lured by the …
The Copper Crunch: Can We Meet the Demand for EVs by 2050?
The electrification of the global vehicle fleet is a monumental task, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. A new study highlights a critical challenge: the need for a dramatic increase in copper production. The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) hinges on …
AI-Powered Exploration Reveals Zambia's Hidden Copper Wealth
In a groundbreaking development, an extraordinary copper lode has been uncovered deep beneath the Zambian bedrock. The discovery, hailed as the largest in over a decade, promises to reshape the global supply chain for critical minerals. This monumental find is …
Canadian Critical Mineral Shares Plunge After Stricter M&A Rules
The landscape of Canadian mining investments has been jolted recently, with shares of companies dealing in critical minerals such as copper and uranium taking a hit. This reaction comes in the wake of Canada's new, tighter regulations on mergers and …
The Unstoppable Rise of Tin in a Faltering Market
The London Metal Exchange (LME) Index hit a two-year high in May when funds surged into base metals, chasing a narrative of manufacturing recovery, super-charged energy transition demand, and constrained supply. However, the rally lost steam in June, revealing …
Japanese Scientists Uncover 200 Million Tonnes of Battery Metal Reserves in Pacific Ocean
Japanese researchers have uncovered a staggering 200 million tonnes of manganese nodules brimming with essential battery metals within the Pacific Ocean, marking a significant stride in the nation’s quest for sustainable resources.
Is Canada’s Block on Chinese Rare Earths Deal a Game Changer?
In a bold move, Canada has intervened to block a significant rare earths deal between Vital Metals Ltd. and China's Shenghe Resources Holding Co. This decision, led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government, underscores the importance of rare earth …
Oil and Corn Sectors Unite Against Biden's EV Push
In a surprising turn of events, the oil and corn industries, traditionally at odds, have united to challenge the Biden administration's new pollution limits. These limits, designed to promote electric vehicles (EVs), have ignited a legal battle with …
Oil Prices Set to Rise to $86 Amid Summer Demand Surge, Goldman Analysts Say
Oil prices are a hot topic, especially as we head into the summer months. With temperatures rising and people hitting the roads for vacations, the demand for oil typically sees a spike. According to Goldman Sachs, this year is no exception. The investment bank …
Newmont CEO Tom Palmer on Copper’s Increasing Importance
The mining industry is on the cusp of a transformative period, driven by surging demand for metals like copper, essential for the energy transition. Newmont Corp, the world’s largest gold miner, is at the forefront of this shift. In a recent industry event in …