September 21, 2023 Global nickel market surplus widens in July – INSG The global nickel market had a surplus of 28,600 metric tons in July.
September 21, 2023 Indonesia extends validity of mining production plans to three years Indonesia will allow mining production plans to stay valid for three years with immediate effect.
September 20, 2023 Cleveland-Cliffs clashes with US Steel as sale process gets underway US Steel has not opened its books to Cliffs even as it accepts initial bids this week, because Cliffs will not agree to its conditions, sources say.
September 20, 2023 Copper prices may jump 20%, aluminum by 36% as demand outpaces supply: forecast Global copper and aluminum supply deficits may cause prices to soar within a few years while steel may drop, according to a new report on metals.
September 20, 2023 Police in Brazil crack down on $1.2 billion illegal gold operations According to investigations, the ore extracted from the territory and Venezuela was sold abroad.
September 20, 2023 Congo sees expanded UAE mining investment, seeks Inga partners The plans signal an openness to new investors beyond the Chinese and European companies.
September 20, 2023 Russia becomes UAE’s top gold source after being shut out of west The UAE has long been a key hub for precious metals, particularly from Africa and India.
September 20, 2023 China exported no germanium, gallium in Aug after export curbs In July, China announced restrictions on the export of eight gallium and six germanium products.
September 20, 2023 Uranium primed to extend rally on resurgent nuclear power, say analysts Uranium spot prices are expected to climb to $75-$80 a pound by end-December.
September 20, 2023 Battery metal miners lack serious policies on informed consent — report An Oxfam report shows that many battery metal miners do not have the necessary policies to respect the rights of the communities impacted by their activities, especially Indigenous communities.
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