A presentation by the state-run entity showed global demand at 3.8 million tonnes by 2035.

Fund positioning suggests many investors think copper could fall further before any price rebound.

“In the near term, gold prices are going to trade sideways to lower until we see a fresh catalyst,” Kitco Metals analyst says.

Profits at China's industrial firms slumped in the first four months of 2023.

The next step is the installation licence allowing for the commencement of construction activities for the project.

Companies wil cooperate for the ramp-up of the Goulamina project in Mali.

Analysts expect the benchmark Newcastle coal index to average $175-$212 a tonne this year.

The biggest gold-stock gains during major gold uplegs are achieved by mid-tier and junior miners.