Nickel Price Climbs to Three-year High on Russia Sanctions Fears
The price of nickel soared to a three-year high of US$15,275 on the back of fears that another round of US sanctions could include the base metal.
The price of nickel soared to a three-year high of US$15,275 on the back of fears that another round of US sanctions could include the base metal.
By Amanda Kay
Which country was the largest producer of manganese in 2017? South Africa took the top spot, with other heavyweights following.
New Age Metals Inc. (TSX.V: NAM; OTCQB: NMTLF; FSE: P7J.F) is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement with Anglo Alaska Gold Corp. (“Anglo Alaska”).
Here’s an overview of the main factors that impacted the copper market in Q1 2018, and what’s ahead for the rest of the year.
By Amanda Kay
Curious about vanadium and vanadium uses? About 90 percent of vanadium is used to make steel, but the metal has other key applications as well.
Gold edged up early Monday morning due to Russian retaliation fears. Gains were capped as concerns over a wider conflict eased.
A draft bill created last week by Russian lawmakers calls for a halt in trade between Rosatom and US nuclear power companies.
In case you missed it, here is this week’s big news roundup.
By Amanda Kay
Here’s an overview of the 10 top gold-mining companies of 2017. Barrick Gold, Newmont Mining and AngloGold Ashanti were the top three.
Following an 11-week high, gold fell after the Federal Open Market Committee released its March meeting minutes, sending the US dollar upwards.
Morning Market Breakdown, April 12: As precious metals and other commodities took a hit, the indexes regained some strength Thursday morning.
Prices increased supported by supply concerns after the US imposed sanctions on Russia, the world’s top palladium-producing country.
Russian miner Alrosa sold a total of US$595 million worth of rough and polished diamonds last month, a modest increase from February.
By Amanda Kay
In 2017, China was the largest graphite-mining nation by a wide margin, followed by India and Brazil. Find out which other countries made the list.
Morning Market Breakdown, April 10: While US sanctions against Russia have left some companies in a frenzy, most markets saw green on Tuesday morning.
With sanctions against Russian aluminum producer Rusal underway, Rio Tinto may find profit in filling America’s newfound supply needs.
By Amanda Kay
Phosphate-mining production is expected to grow by 2 percent through 2020. Find out which countries produced the most phosphate last year.
By Amanda Kay
Indonesia, the Philippines, and Canada were the top countries for nickel production in 2017. Find out which other nations made the list.
By Amanda Kay
China is the largest producer of rare earths by far, but what are the other top countries for rare earths production? Find out here.
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