Iron ore prices steadied and rebounded from extended losses as lower valuations drew buyers and China's demand decline proved slower than expected, though analysts remain cautious on the durability of the recovery.
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A broad selloff across gold, copper and lithium equities erased hundreds of billions in market value from the biggest miners, prompting value hunters to look at beaten-down Canadian names.
Washington is linking its diplomatic push for peace in Myanmar to access for rare earth minerals, underscoring efforts to diversify supply away from China.
Macquarie says output growth from Rio Tinto's giant Simandou project in Guinea is sufficient to cover supply reductions elsewhere, keeping the seaborne iron ore market well supplied.
Saudi Aramco and mining giant Ma'aden are moving ahead with a joint venture aimed at developing the kingdom's mineral resources, part of its economic diversification push.
India's commerce minister said the country would build its own tunnel boring machines should Beijing restrict shipments, the latest sign of supply chain contingency planning.
Metals.io launched copper-backed cryptocurrency tokens on the Tezos blockchain, an early test of tokenizing physical commodity ownership.
An explosion at an iron smelting facility in Cameroon killed four people, highlighting safety risks in industrial mineral processing.
Arkadian reported producing rare earth concentrates at its Motzfeldt project in Greenland alongside encouraging metallurgical test results, and completed gold sampling at Clogau.
The company reported improved metallurgical leach recoveries at its Alpha rare earth project, a key step toward demonstrating processing viability.
Pakistan's plans to unlock a vast mineral resource base are complicated by security risks from militant activity.
Jamaica's prime minister issued a mandate to a newly formed Ministry of Mining and Geology as the country moves to develop its mineral wealth.
C3 Metals reported its highest-grade copper and gold intercept to date at the Khaleesi project, a notable result for the Peruvian copper explorer.
Spark outlined a large rare earth exploration target in Brazil, adding to a growing list of Brazilian critical minerals prospects.
A monthly read on Chinese dysprosium and terbium prices highlights the pricing backdrop for heavy rare earths amid tightening magnet supply.
Barton Gold significantly increased its Challenger underground gold resource, bringing its Hub 1 total to about 400,000 ounces.
Coverage weighs how Rio Tinto balances its iron ore and copper businesses as investors focus on the diversified miner's commodity mix.
Vimag Labs is developing magnet-free motor technology, aiming to sidestep rare earth magnet dependence and reach Rs 100 crore in revenue by fiscal 2028.
Valhalla Metals reported a wide, high-grade copper equivalent intercept from drilling at its Sun project.
The company launched a 1,500-metre drill program at its Wicheeda North rare earth property, targeting resource expansion.
Tectonic Metals reported a broad, high-grade gold intercept from its Black Creek project.
Power Minerals secured a A$5 million cornerstone investment to fund its Brazilian rare earths work.
Large rare earth reserves in Greenland face development and processing hurdles before they can meaningfully add to global supply.
A look at Vale's position in global mining, especially its iron ore franchise, as the sector navigates volatile prices.
Gold Mountain detailed progress on its Brazilian rare earth assets following a restructuring of its project portfolio.
A look at how Mongolia's rare earth resource potential compares with what is actually proven and producible.
India's state-owned NMDC released its October iron ore output and sales data, a gauge of Indian supply.
Fulcrum Metals reported identifying eight uranium zones at its Fontaine Lake property.
A review of an upward revision to China's rhenium and zircon resources and what it means for these niche critical minerals.
Medallion Metals is advancing its Ravensthorpe project toward development, per company commentary.
NordX Metals is seeking C$2.4 million in a private placement, adding to a steady flow of junior mining financings.
The two companies finalized a deal for the sale of 42 claim units at Burchell for cash, shares and a royalty, pending approval.
AMLM entered an earn-in agreement giving it the right to acquire up to an 85% interest in the project.
Canamera Energy Metals began a 1,500-metre drilling program at its Schryburt Lake project.
Bighorn outlined plans for a fall 2026 exploration program at its Nevada property.
Three ASX-listed explorers are expanding their exploration footprints across their respective project areas.
A roundup of junior metals names drawing investor attention, spanning Yukon-focused explorers and critical metals companies.
A roundup of small cap mining movers including uranium, lithium and exploration names.
Lodestar Minerals' November investor presentation highlighted a maiden gold resource at Ned's Creek within a broader multi-commodity strategy.
An analyst look at BCI Minerals' share price and outlook as it advances its Australian resources developments.
A profile of Nevada Sunrise Metals frames the explorer as a gold and copper growth story in Nevada.