October 20, 2023

China’s state reserve expected to buy 3,100t of cobalt – sources

Five major cobalt suppliers attended meetings held in Beijing this week to discuss prices and volumes of the purchases.

October 20, 2023

China to tighten exports of key battery material graphite

The world's top producer will require export permits for some products from December 1 to protect national security.

October 20, 2023

Japan’s JFE Steel eyes stake in Teck’s coal business – sources

JFE Steel holds 15% equity in India's JSW Steel, which was also exploring an investment in Teck's coal business.

October 19, 2023

RMI and Copper Mark release Risk Readiness Assessment criteria

RRA consists of 33 criteria covering ESG risks, and defines due diligence requirements.

October 19, 2023

Column: Zinc market shifts to oversupply but where’s the metal?

Zinc has been the second weakest performer among the LME base metals pack so far this year.

October 19, 2023

US suspends some sanctions on Venezuelan oil, gas, gold sectors

The US also lifted some restrictions on bond trading, after Maduro’s government entered talks with some members of the opposition about open election.

October 19, 2023

Caledonia explores funding options to build Zimbabwe’s biggest gold mine

Gold miner wants to raise $250 million for Bilboes mine.

October 19, 2023

Taliban plans to formally join China’s Belt and Road Initiative

Beijing has sought to develop its ties with the Taliban-run government since it took over in 2021, even though no other country has recognised the administration.

October 18, 2023

British Columbia junior miner goes to court over permitting delays

Taranis Resources is taking the province to court over permitting delays that the company says may be related to a mischaracterization by the Mines minister.

October 18, 2023

Gold price rises to 11-week high on escalating Middle East conflict

Bullion has been on the rise since Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel earlier this month, up more than 5% over that period.