Lithium projects likely to exceed government targets in Chile Sixty percent of the projects are within 16 salt flats and over 80% of the proposals considered the use of direct lithium extraction technology. Bloomberg News | July 9, 2024 | 12:49 pm
Barrick taps Fleet Space’s technology to advance copper exploration at Reko Diq Reko Diq is a strategic part of Barrick’s copper portfolio as it grows its exposure to the key energy transition metal. Staff Writer | July 9, 2024 | 11:29 am
China’s Plenum promises cues for commodity bulls and bears There’s a view that China is likely to provide more support for its economic recovery. Bloomberg News | July 9, 2024 | 9:55 am
Aclara, VAC team up to boost rare earth magnets production Alliance is aimed at streamlining the supply chain for rare earth elements, specifically dysprosium and terbium. Staff Writer | July 9, 2024 | 9:10 am
G Mining pours first gold at Tocantinzinho project in Brazil G Mining anticipates commercial production to commence in the second half of 2024. Staff Writer | July 9, 2024 | 8:50 am
Chile to analyze 81 private lithium proposals, eyeing four projects by 2026 Chile in April called for proposals in more than two dozen salt flats that contain the battery metal. Reuters | July 9, 2024 | 8:29 am
Global gold ETFs saw second month of inflows in June, says WGC Gold ETFs saw the inflow of 17.5 metric tons, or $1.4 billion, in June. Reuters | July 9, 2024 | 8:24 am
Ascot shares fall over 10% after financing announcement The Canadian miner is currently focused on commissioning its 100%-owned Premier gold mine in British Columbia. Staff Writer | July 9, 2024 | 8:22 am
Conflict in Congo threatens trade in key metals, UN experts say Companies buying metal sourced from central Africa could be exposing themselves to United Nations sanctions. Bloomberg News | July 9, 2024 | 7:34 am