Metals
Industrial Metal Prices Rise as Government Shutdown Nears End
Industrial metal prices including copper and aluminum have increased following the U.S. Senate's passage of a bill to reopen the government, signaling renewed market confidence in economic stability.
Copper Prices Approach Record Highs Amid Supply Constraints and US-China Trade Optimism
Copper prices are surging toward record levels due to tightening global supplies and renewed optimism about demand growth as US-China trade negotiations show potential progress.
Nicola Mining CEO Highlights Unique Business Model Amid Rising Metals Demand
Nicola Mining Inc. CEO Peter Espig discusses how the company's cash-generating operations combined with exploration potential create a rare investment opportunity in the junior mining sector.
Copper's Strong Outlook Persists Amid Precious Metals Surge and Trade Tensions
Copper maintains a positive market outlook despite recent volatility, with structural deficits and strong demand supporting prices while precious metals surge as safe-haven assets during escalating US-China trade tensions.
Platinum Group Metals Reports 20% Reserve Increase and Cost Reductions in Updated Waterberg Feasibility Study
Platinum Group Metals Ltd. announced an updated feasibility study showing a 20% increase in proven and probable mineral reserves and reduced costs at its Waterberg Project, positioning the South African palladium and platinum deposit for enhanced economic viability.
Trilogy Metals Advances High-Grade Copper Project in Alaska Amid Growing Critical Minerals Demand
Trilogy Metals' Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects in Alaska represent a significant high-grade copper resource positioned to address the growing supply-demand gap for critical minerals essential for electrification and renewable energy technologies.
Copper Nears $10,000 per Ton as Market Momentum Builds
Copper prices approach the $10,000 per ton threshold, driven by a weak U.S. dollar and sustained demand, with implications for mining companies and global economic indicators.
Silvercorp Metals Secures Final Legal Victory for El Domo Project in Ecuador
Silvercorp Metals Inc. has overcome the last legal hurdle for its El Domo mining project in Ecuador, reinforcing the project's environmental license and its alignment with international standards.
Chile Seeks Inclusion of Copper in Trade Deal Discussions with the US Amid New Tariffs
Chilean government officials are advocating for copper to be included in trade deal talks with the US, following the imposition of 50% tariffs on copper imports, a move that could significantly impact the global copper market and exploration companies.
Silvercorp Metals Inc. Expands into Copper Market with El Domo Project Amid Rising Demand
Silvercorp Metals Inc. is diversifying its portfolio by entering the copper market with its El Domo project in Ecuador, capitalizing on the metal's surging demand and prices.
Copper Prices Surge Amid Tariffs, Leaving Other Metals Behind
Copper prices have seen a significant increase due to tariffs and falling stocks, while other metals have not experienced similar gains, highlighting a shift in market dynamics.
MiningNews Select Australia Event to Showcase Under-the-Radar Metals Resource Opportunities
The upcoming MiningNews Select Australia event in Western Australia this July aims to connect mining professionals and trade investors with valuable, less-publicized metals resource opportunities, highlighting the event's role in fostering industry growth and investment.
Trade Truce May Revive U.S. Scrap Copper Exports to China
The potential easing of trade tensions between the United States and China could restart stalled scrap copper exports, a critical market that has been largely frozen due to previous tariffs and trade restrictions.
New Pacific Metals Poised to Address Global Silver Supply Shortfall
New Pacific Metals aims to leverage its two major Bolivian silver projects to help meet growing global silver demand, positioning itself as a potential key player in addressing a significant industrial metal shortage.