Focus on Critical Minerals
Biden boosts loan for ioneer’s Nevada lithium mine to nearly $1 billion
The U.S. DOE finalized a $996M loan for ioneer’s Rhyolite Ridge lithium project, boosting domestic EV battery material supply.
Codelco, Saudi in talks on copper investment, 2025 output seen up
Codelco eyes joint investments with Saudi Arabia in copper, aligning with Riyadh's push into EV and battery manufacturing.
Canada minister says retaliatory tariffs could include critical minerals
Canada could impose countermeasures on up to C$150 billion ($105 billion), one source said.
Brazil’s Cosan unloads stake in miner Vale
The move was "based solely on the goal of optimizing its capital structure," the Brazilian conglomerate said.
Analysis: Codelco workers fear copper production push hard to maintain
The company is targeting annual production of 1.7 million metric tons by the end of the decade.
Copper giant Peru sees economy expand for eighth straight month
Peru's GDP grew 3.93% in November 2023, marking eight months of expansion, driven by strong agriculture and fishing sectors.
GM signs supply deal with Vianode for synthetic graphite for EV batteries
The deal will run from 2027 when Vianode launches production at a plant in North America, through to 2033.
Column: LME puts 2022 nickel crisis behind it as trading booms
The LME has rebounded from its 2022 nickel crisis, with record trading volumes in 2024 driven by renewed investor interest.
The mineral map of Greenland: Strategic riches amid environmental challenges
Trump renews interest in Greenland, a mineral-rich Arctic hub with rare earths, graphite, and untapped resources.
