Benchmark index puts Nouveau Monde at top of sustainable natural graphite producers The company outranked all of the Western World, African, and Chinese producers. Staff Writer | December 6, 2023 | 11:16 am
Chile targets million-tonne copper boost in tightening market President Gabriel Boric has set a goal of raising Chile’s production by 1.04 million metric tons by 2026. Bloomberg News | December 6, 2023 | 11:09 am
China metals firms see US rules unlikely to upend supply chains Rules for battery components should apply from 2024, while critical minerals will be covered from 2025. Bloomberg News | December 6, 2023 | 10:22 am
Tycoon Agarwal’s India zinc arm to pay $305 million in dividends Hindustan Zinc has been doling out dividends despite a tight net cash position. Bloomberg News | December 6, 2023 | 9:47 am
Surge in lithium stocks raise hope rout in EV metal almost done Tianqi Lithium and Ganfeng Lithium closed up 6.5% and 7%, respectively, in Hong Kong on Wednesday. Bloomberg News | December 6, 2023 | 9:39 am
State auditors recommend Freeport Indonesia be fined for smelter delays In a December 2018 deal, Freeport and Jakarta agreed that the miner would complete the smelter within five years. Reuters | December 6, 2023 | 9:35 am
Rob McEwen ups stake in junior explorer Goliath Resources The owner of McEwen Mining made his first investment in Goliath as recently as October 2. Staff Writer | December 6, 2023 | 9:29 am
enCore Energy to sell 30% of Alta Mesa project to Boss Energy The project has an annual production capacity of 1.5 million pounds of yellowcake. Staff Writer | December 6, 2023 | 8:49 am
G7 to ban Russian diamonds, announce measures on price cap, assets The group is expected to announce a direct ban as of Jan. 1. Reuters | December 6, 2023 | 7:39 am