Mattiq leveraged AI technology in the "world’s most comprehensive study of iridium alternatives".

The deal still awaits the crucial Newcrest shareholder vote, scheduled for Oct. 13.

The spread offers traders an opportunity to make money, but also highlights just how bearish the outlook is in the top EV producer.

The Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) formed last year by 14 governments aims to ensure adequate supplies of minerals such as lithium and rare earths to meet zero-carbon goals.

Investors on both sides of the Atlantic have been shifting positions in response to a potential downside break of a range that has defined the price action this year.

Ganfeng Lithium and Tianqi Lithium have plunged 51% and 32% respectively since January.

The company announced two mineral property purchase agreements near its North Nevada Lithium Project.

UBS lowered its year-end gold price forecast by $100 to $1,850.