Macquarie joins peers on bullish lithium price outlook

The bank, until now cautious in its predictions for the battery metal, has followed lithium enthusiasts with an optimistic set of forecasts.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 14, 2021 | 7:19 am

World’s no. 2 electric carmaker goes nickel, cobalt free

Warren Buffet-backed BYD says it’s opting for safer nickel, cobalt-free LFP batteries across its entire line-up as its “blade” technology overcomes driving range issues.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 13, 2021 | 5:21 pm

Robert Friedland: Copper is a national security issue

Ivanhoe Mines chairman says mining companies will have to be “real heroes” and governments will have to accept the industry if the world is to successfully transition to clean energy.

Bloomberg News | April 13, 2021 | 3:23 pm

Goldman doubles down: Record-high copper price within a year

"Nearly $16 trillion would have to go into green-focused infrastructure to achieve decarbonisation targets, compared to $10 trillion in China during last supercycle.”

Frik Els | April 13, 2021 | 2:16 pm

Iron ore price jumps as Brazil, Australia shipments delayed

Shipments from Australia and Brazil fell by 4m tonnes compared to previous week.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 13, 2021 | 11:28 am

Copper price turns higher on record Chinese imports

China’s manufacturing expanded at a faster-than-expected pace in March, while activity in the construction sector also increased.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 13, 2021 | 10:44 am

NextSource partners with processors in Tesla supply chain to build battery anode plant

The news follows a $29.5 million investment in NextSource announced in February by Vision Blue Resources.

Northern Miner Staff | April 13, 2021 | 9:28 am

Space mining enthusiasts to discuss legal framework, funding

The Space Resources Week runs from April 19 to 22 as a free phygital event — combining physical and digital channels.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 13, 2021 | 9:13 am

Stunning copper price rally stumbles as doubts creep in on demand

Both physical and financial indicators could be turning against the metal and threatening to push prices lower.

Bloomberg News | April 13, 2021 | 8:15 am

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