Eric Onstad
Cobalt miner Jervois in rescue deal to better compete with China
The price of cobalt has tumbled 72% since hitting a peak in April 2022.
Analysis: Lithium supply surplus set to stay with battery makers’ help
Global lithium oversupply persists as Chinese-backed mines defy weak prices, sustaining EV battery production but hurting profits.
EU set to choose firm for critical minerals joint buying platform
The EU is choosing bidders for a €9M joint purchasing platform for critical minerals, aiming to secure better deals for the green transition.
BHP’s Australian nickel stoppages spoil plans for LME alternative
New trading platforms for nickel delayed by suspension of operations at Western Australia plants.
Metals-rich Kazakhstan seeks niche in battery supply chain
The former Soviet republic, Kazakhstan, promotes itself as a dependable supplier of the majority of critical materials outlined by the EU.
Analysis: Hybrid cars throw lifeline to platinum metals
As consumers increasingly turn to hybrid cars over pure EVs, the exhaust-cleaning platinum metals rise above the expected drop in demand.
Societe Generale drops ring-dealing membership of LME
The world's oldest and largest market for industrial metals has steadily lost members over the years for the ring.
Investment in critical minerals in web of doubt, industry says
Companies are reluctant to invest, uncertain about the demand for electric vehicles and government approaches to zero-carbon goals.
Europe needs way to price critical minerals independently of China, group says
Weak prices are making it difficult for Western start-ups to compete with China.
In race to regain rare earth glory, Europe falls short on mineral goals
Missing its rare earths target may impact EU's zero carbon goals while opening the prospect of further dependence on China.
