Focus on Minerals
Republican-led states sue Biden administration over offshore drilling ban
Republican-led states sue over Biden's ban on new offshore oil and gas projects along most U.S. coastlines.
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.
Albertans await decision on potential coal mine as public hearings wrap up
Protests mark final hearing on controversial Alberta coal mine, as decision nears on Northback Holdings' project.
