Precious metals are back in the spotlight in 2023 as signs of economic slowdown continue to surface and cause uneasiness among investors, in turn driving up the appeal of safe havens.

In January and February, central banks collectively bought a net 125 tonnes of the metal.

The US debt to GDP ratio in 1982 was around 35%. Today it is more than three times higher, at 120%.

Hecla is the largest silver producer in the US, and is projected to also be the largest in Canada.

Analysts expect steel demand to gradually pick up.

Some lithium producers in Yichun in Jiangxi province, including two major ones, have reduced processing rates to stem losses.

Northam's decision to end its pursuit of RBPlat clears the path for Impala.

Investors on the Lux Exchange will gain access to 5 million ounces of silver to be produced from the Silver Cliff property.