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Trafigura Launches Strategic Review of Nyrstar Zinc and Lead Smelting Assets
Global commodities giant Trafigura Group has announced a strategic review of its Nyrstar zinc and lead smelting operations. This move comes as the company grapples with rising energy costs, regulatory pressures, and market volatility…
Trump May Implement Copper Import Tariffs Ahead of Deadline
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is considering the early implementation of copper import tariffs in anticipation of a potential return to office. This move is seen as part of a broader strategy to boost domestic metal production, protect…
Trump Invokes Emergency Powers to Boost US Critical Minerals Production
In a significant move aimed at strengthening the United States' critical minerals supply chain, former President Donald Trump has invoked emergency powers under the Defense Production Act (DPA). This decision is expected to expedite…
US-China Trade War Escalates: Retaliatory Tariffs on Agriculture, Energy, and Machinery Threaten…
The ongoing US-China trade war has intensified as both nations impose new rounds of retaliatory tariffs, targeting key economic sectors such as agriculture, energy, and machinery. The latest escalation raises concerns over global economic…
White House Shifts Focus from US-Ukraine Minerals Deal
The White House has recently redirected its focus away from a potential minerals deal with Ukraine, raising questions about the future of US access to critical minerals. Initially aimed at securing essential resources like lithium, nickel,…
US Companies Join Forces to Strengthen Critical Minerals Supply Chain
The United States is taking significant steps to secure its supply of critical minerals, which are essential for advanced technologies, national security, and clean energy production. In a major development, Energy Fuels Inc. and The…
Zambia’s Environmental Disaster: Acidic Waste Spill Devastates Kafue River
In a tragic environmental catastrophe, a massive acidic waste spill from a Chinese-owned mine in Zambia has severely contaminated the Kafue River, a crucial water source for millions of people. The spill, which occurred on February 18,…
Australia’s $750 Million Response to U.S. Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum
In response to the recent imposition of 25% tariffs on Australian steel and aluminum by the United States, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a $750 million subsidy package to support these vital industries. This move is part of…
Global Trade Tensions Escalate as U.S. Imposes Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
On March 12, 2025, the United States imposed a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum products, sparking renewed global trade tensions. The tariffs, implemented under the leadership of former President Donald Trump, extend to…
These Stocks Are Getting a Boost from the Latest Twist in Trump’s Plan to Tap Mineral Wealth
In a bold move to secure America’s mineral independence, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced new initiatives aimed at increasing domestic production of critical minerals and rare earth elements. This development has led to a…