China’s unusually large copper stockpiles fuel demand concerns

Iron ore has had a bumpy ride this year, slumping by almost a third in the first quarter on concerns over weakening Chinese demand.

China's industrial profits fell in March and slowed gains for the quarter compared with the first two months.

BHP is considering making an improved offer, Reuters sources said during the weekend.

The biggest producers all want to increase copper output to take advantage of rising demand for electric vehicles, grid infrastructure and data centers.

BHP Group is considering making an improved offer for Anglo American after its $39 billion initial proposal was rejected.

The company's 100%-owned US subsidiary owns Halleck Creek, one of the world’s top 10 rare earth projects.

The current contract between the parties expires in 2024.

Silvercorp said it has the technical capabilities to bring Adventus' El Domo project into production on an accelerated basis.

The precious metal dipped on Friday and is down 2.7% for the week.