Where the world’s aluminum is smelted, by country This infographic shows estimated aluminum smelter production by country in 2023, based on data from the USGS. Visual Capitalist | May 8, 2024 | 10:38 am
Democrats call for probe into foreign mining on public lands The group wants to know how closely the federal government tracks exports of minerals extracted from public lands. Staff Writer | May 8, 2024 | 10:17 am
M&A won’t alleviate looming copper shortage, Barrick CEO warns For Mark Bristow, BHP's approach to Anglo reinforces the necessity for industry investment in its future. Staff Writer | May 8, 2024 | 9:39 am
China’s 2024 iron ore imports similar to last year – Vale Imports by China, the world's biggest buyer, in 2024 are expected to be around 1.17 to 1.18 billion metric tons. Reuters | May 8, 2024 | 8:54 am
US Gold surges after obtaining Wyoming mining permit A 2021 pre-feasibility study gave the project a 10-year mine life, averaging 108,500 oz. of gold equivalent output per year. Staff Writer | May 8, 2024 | 8:44 am
Lab diamonds just won a battle, not the war Despite the hype, man-made diamonds only account for 20% of global diamond jewellery sales and analysts expect their price to fall. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 8, 2024 | 8:20 am
Lower energy prices help Aurubis’ first-half profit Group revenue for the first half of the year fell 6% to 8.25 billion euros, roughly in line with expectations. Reuters | May 8, 2024 | 7:46 am
Critical minerals targeted as Australia boosts resource hunt Australia will spend A$566 million ($373 million) over the coming decade to map out resource deposits. Bloomberg News | May 8, 2024 | 7:41 am
China issues draft rules to regulate booming lithium battery expansion The rules would guide lithium battery firms to reduce manufacturing projects that 'purely' expand production capacity. Reuters | May 8, 2024 | 7:37 am
