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Graphite One earmarked for $325 million loan for anode manufacturing plant

Its proposed project is anchored by what it considers to be the nation's largest and highest-grade graphite deposit.

Staff Writer | October 19, 2024 | 2:45 pm

India seeks critical mineral agreement with US, hopes for a trade pact

Earlier this month, India and US signed an initial pact…

Reuters | October 19, 2024 | 1:24 pm

US awards contracts for making higher enriched uranium for new reactors

Russia is currently the only country that makes the fuel…

Reuters | October 17, 2024 | 3:21 pm

After Nevada lithium deal, GM eyes other sources for EV minerals supply

A majority of GM's deals are for minerals supply, not…

Reuters | October 17, 2024 | 12:48 pm

Gold price sets new record high on US election uncertainty, monetary easing

Bullion has now risen by more than 30% this year,…

Staff Writer | October 17, 2024 | 9:44 am

Goldman says gold may dip if Fed opts for quarter-point cut

The precious metal has been one of the strongest performing major commodities this year.

Bloomberg News | September 17, 2024 | 8:31 am

BHP warns AI boom would worsen copper shortage

Growth of data centres and AI could boost copper demand by 3.4 million tonnes a year by 2050, CFO Vandita Pant said.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 17, 2024 | 7:17 am

Gold price sets new record as Fed rate cut decision looms

Spot gold climbed as much as 0.5% to an all-time high of $2,589.70/oz.

Staff Writer | September 16, 2024 | 8:56 am

Antofagasta to invest $3.5 billion in 2025 amid portfolio expansion

The miner is actively looking for copper projects in Peru that can yield at least 50,000 tonnes of the red metal for 10 years or more.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 16, 2024 | 8:08 am

Ivanhoe Electric says Santa Cruz PFS on track for Q2 2025

The PFS will include a mine plan that will be supported by a new mineral resource and reserve estimate.

Staff Writer | September 16, 2024 | 8:02 am

China’s grip on rare earths undercuts projects from US to Japan

A slump in prices since 2022 is undermining the business case for rare earth projects.

Bloomberg News | September 16, 2024 | 7:05 am

Dearth of quality new gold discoveries to stifle supply — report

S&P also says it expects gold supply to peak in 2026 at 110 million ounces.

Staff Writer | September 15, 2024 | 8:30 am

Alcoa to sell its 25.1% stake in Ma’aden joint venture for $1.1 billion

After completing the transaction, Alcoa would own approximately 2% of Ma’aden’s current shares outstanding.

Reuters | September 15, 2024 | 8:17 am

Nippon Steel bid for US Steel faces Sept. 23 review deadline

The deal has become a political hot potato and faces high-profile opponents.

Reuters | September 13, 2024 | 5:09 pm

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