DRC Considers Extension of Cobalt Export Ban
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the world’s largest producer of cobalt, is weighing an extension of its four-month export ban as prices rebound sharply and…
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the world’s largest producer of cobalt, is weighing an extension of its four-month export ban as prices rebound sharply and…
President Donald Trump has officially invoked the Defense Production Act, a Cold War-era statute, to boost domestic mining efforts and secure a steady supply of critical…
Tariff policies have long played a significant role in shaping global trade, but their effects on the metals markets are particularly profound. With ongoing trade disputes…
Donald Trump’s economy is facing increasing challenges as economists warn of potential trouble ahead. While the former president has pledged to revamp trade policies, cut government…
The U.S. construction industry is confronting escalating challenges as recent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports threaten to inflate material costs and disrupt project timelines. President…
Skillings Mining Review March 2025
As the March 4 deadline looms, Canadian companies are scrambling to prepare for the potential imposition of steep tariffs by the United States under Donald Trump’s…
Zambia has officially launched the Zambia Integrated Mining Information System (ZIMIS), a groundbreaking digital platform designed to enhance transparency, efficiency, and sustainable development within the nation’s…
In a landmark development, De Beers and the government of Botswana have solidified a renewed 10-year diamond sales agreement, culminating after seven years of rigorous negotiations.
Copper Faces Tariff Threat Amid Rising U.S.-LME Premium The global copper market is bracing for significant disruptions as trade shifts reshape transatlantic pricing trends. The widening…
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