December 19, 2023

Russia says it will have no trouble skirting latest EU sanctions

The new sanctions package bans the import of Russian-origin non-industrial diamonds.

December 19, 2023

Australia wants to compete with China on critical minerals, Minister King says

Since coming to power in May 2022, Australia’s center-left Labor government has ramped up investment in minerals.

December 19, 2023

Top 10 sustainability predictions for commodities in 2024

CRU says markets, policy, new technologies, sustainability and the energy transition will become ever more interlinked and complex.  

December 18, 2023

Russia considering waiving export duties for two Rusal smelters

Russia imposed export duties linked to the rouble-dollar exchange rate until the end of 2024 on a wide range of goods.

December 18, 2023

EU sets critical mineral goals, but faces struggle to hit them

The Critical Raw Materials Act, due to enter force in early 2024, says the bloc should mine 10% of its annual needs by 2030.

December 17, 2023

Lithium ends dire year with cautious mood during contract season

Producers have recently been in talks with clients — mostly in Asia — to hash out contracts for 2024.

December 17, 2023

Australia export revenue to tumble as iron ore, coal prices drop

Fewer supply disruptions and “relatively soft” global economic growth will push down revenue.

December 15, 2023

LME faces fresh worries about Russian metal after UK sanctions

Any move by the US or EU to follow the UK’s sanctions on metals trading would likely force the LME’s hand.

December 15, 2023

Plummeting platinum group prices could worsen shortage — report

PGM prices have fallen by 42% this year and could widen a supply deficit if unprofitable mines are sidelined.

December 15, 2023

Brazil judge votes for dismissal of homicide case against Vale’s ex-president over Brumadinho

Fábio Schvartsman's defense seeks dismissal of criminal action related to the dam collapse that claimed the lives of over 250 people.