And the winner for most volatile commodity this decade goes to…lithium

Investors in the small, fast growing market for lithium can be forgiven for feeling whiplash – the battery metal was also the worst performer – by a long shot – for two years since 2013.

Frik Els | January 12, 2023 | 2:17 pm

JPMorgan may move into precious metals clearing in Zurich

The lender may begin to offer to settle its clients’ trades using metal located in Zurich, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg News | January 12, 2023 | 9:51 am

Rock Tech granted permission for early construction of lithium hydroxide plant in Germany

Once completed, the Guben converter will be the first of its kind in Europe, with expected annual production capacity of 24,000 tonnes.

Staff Writer | January 12, 2023 | 9:38 am

Fosun weighs sale of Belgian diamond-grading firm IGI

The Chinese conglomerate is working with Deutsche Bank AG on the potential divestment of the International Gemological Institute.

Bloomberg News | January 12, 2023 | 7:55 am

Metals prices could spike with markets so tight, Trafigura says

“We could be pushed into extreme price levels,” Jeremy Weir, the commodity trader’s chief executive officer, said.

Bloomberg News | January 12, 2023 | 7:33 am

Europe’s largest rare earths deposit found in Sweden

The discovery by Swedish state-owned miner LKAB could help the continent break away from China’s dominance in the sector.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 12, 2023 | 6:03 am

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And the winner for most volatile commodity this decade goes to…lithium

JPMorgan may move into precious metals clearing in Zurich

Rock Tech granted permission for early construction of lithium hydroxide plant in Germany

Fosun weighs sale of Belgian diamond-grading firm IGI

Metals prices could spike with markets so tight, Trafigura says

Europe’s largest rare earths deposit found in Sweden

Arkle Resources finds lithium in Ireland

Mystery buyer helped fuel nickel squeeze with $600 million bet

LME to decide nickel reforms by end of first quarter