Israel Chemicals to supply 500,000 tons of potash to China

The JV experienced a build in lithium hydroxide inventory at Kwinana over recent months.

China's steel consumption in 2024 and 2025 is forecast at 863 million metric tons and 850 million tons, respectively.

A bigger clampdown looks set to have far-reaching ramifications for supply chains feeding American defense and chip-making industries.

Global gold production will peak at about 3,250 tonnes (105 million oz.) next year, according to CRU's Oliver Blagden.