If 2021 was a year of volatility and uneven performances for commodities, then 2022 is shaping up as a rinse and repeat as uncertainty over the recovery from the coronavirus pandemic remains, writes Clyde Russell.

Lundin Mining fell the most since March after it agreed to acquire Josemaria Resources for C$625 million.

The current blockade has been in place since November 20 by residents of Chumbivilcas province.

Next year is shaping up to be a banner one, particularly in China’s electric-vehicle segment.

The company plans to sell Carlota mine in the United States and Chilean mine Franke.