Copper in longest winning streak since 2017 on China demand hopesCopper was poised for a second weekly advance after data showed China’s GDP in 2024 expanded 5%.Bloomberg News | January 17, 2025 | 7:58 am
Aluminum set for best week in three months on China demand hopesData released Friday showed China’s gross domestic product in 2024 expanded 5%.Bloomberg News | January 17, 2025 | 7:41 am
China extends coal imports lead over India to widest in more than a decadeChinese coal imports hit a record 542.7 million metric tons…Reuters | January 16, 2025 | 10:11 am
Zijin to buy 25% stake in Chinese lithium miner for $1.87 billion The deal would grant Zijin controlling rights in Zangge Mining, which operates in the mineral-rich western region of Qinghai. Cecilia Jamasmie | January 16, 2025 | 5:54 am
US bans imports from 37 Chinese firms over forced labor charge The Biden administration has added 37 companies from China’s mining, solar and textile sectors to its list of those banned from exporting to the US. Bloomberg News | January 15, 2025 | 5:26 pm
Column: Copper’s early-year rally leaves investors unimpressed Doctor Copper has started 2025 with a spring in his step after a year when the early bull party was followed by a prolonged hangover. Reuters | January 15, 2025 | 1:37 pm
Canada wants G-7 talks on metals pricing to counter China’s sway Canada has been thinking about supporting investment through measures such as pricing floors to address alleged market manipulation. Bloomberg News | January 15, 2025 | 12:44 pm
China State Grid plans record $89 billion spend amid green surge The grid operator for roughly 80% of the nation. Bloomberg News | January 15, 2025 | 12:36 pm
Value of 50 biggest mining companies drops by $126 billion The world’s biggest miners are now worth $1.35 trillion after losing a combined $126 billion over the course of 2024 as the copper rally faded and gold stocks once again underperformed bullion. Frik Els | January 15, 2025 | 11:25 am
Congo jails three Chinese citizens in illegal mining crackdown The Chinese citizens were sentenced to seven years in prison after they were arrested in possession of gold bars and $400,000 in cash. Reuters | January 15, 2025 | 11:05 am
US copper, platinum prices roiled as traders weigh risk of tariffs Metals including copper, silver and platinum have seen a sharp price dislocation between London and New York. Bloomberg News | January 15, 2025 | 7:06 am
MMG to resume work at Queensland mine with fire threat contained The Chinese miner said the fire at the Dugald River zinc mine will not have any material impact on its production outlook. Reuters | January 14, 2025 | 9:46 am