VIDEO: Time-lapse of a mining excavator assembly

Fortescue also aims to make all its iron ore products green by 2030.

Lithium prices have plunged since late 2022 on oversupply and slower-than-expected growth in electric vehicle demand.

The company suspended operations at its flagship graphite mine in December.

A range of economic and political issues seem likely to keep investors interested in adding gold to their portfolios.