Anglo Asian Mining plc (AIM:AAZ) is a gold, copper and silver producer in Azerbaijan with a broad portfolio of production and exploration assets. The company is the first to bring modern mining practices to the country and is now a major player in the mining industry in Azerbaijan. Anglo Asian has grown its copper footprint…
The price of gold recently experienced a decline following the release of robust economic data from the United States. As markets digested the positive indicators, all eyes turned towards an upcoming speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The intricate interplay between economic data, central bank decisions, and investor sentiment has become a defining characteristic…
The aluminum market has been on edge in recent weeks due to uncertainty around Russia’s supply of the metal. Russia is the world’s second-largest producer of aluminum and the third-largest exporter, and any disruption in its supply could cause a significant ripple effect in the global market. The source of the concern is the potential…
Global Lithium, a leading mining company specializing in the extraction of lithium resources, has recently announced significant extensions to its Manna deposit located in Australia. This breakthrough development underscores the company’s dedication to meeting the growing global demand for lithium, a crucial element powering the rapidly expanding electric vehicle (EV) market and renewable energy sector….
The Australian government’s decision to impose an export ban on aluminum is causing significant disruptions in global markets and has the potential to drive up aluminum prices, leading to potential inflationary pressures. The move is expected to have far-reaching consequences for various industries and economies heavily reliant on aluminum imports from Australia. Australia, one of…
China’s top coal supplier, the China National Coal Group Corporation (China Coal), has switched to more costly auctions in order to secure a stable supply of coal for its customers. The move is part of the company’s efforts to combat the country’s growing energy crisis. China Coal, which is the largest coal producer in the…
On April 30th, 2020, the Perth-based mining company Essential Metals Ltd (Essential Metals) rejected a takeover bid from Tianqi Lithium Corporation (Tianqi Lithium) and IGO Ltd (IGO). The bid sought to acquire all of Essential Metals’ shares at a price of $0.082 per share. Essential Metals is an exploration and development company that is focused…
Vale, one of the world’s largest mining companies, is set to mark a significant milestone as the first shipment of iron ore from its highly anticipated S11D mine begins its journey to Asia. The S11D project, located in Brazil’s Carajás region, is renowned for its immense scale, advanced technology, and potential to reshape the global…
The anticipation of a remarkable coal mining jobs boom has encountered a substantial delay, eliciting discussions and concerns about the future of the coal industry and its broader economic implications. This delay can be attributed to a confluence of factors, ranging from global shifts in energy preferences to environmental regulations and technological advancements. For decades,…
Opal: Opal has been a mystery for centuries. No two opals look alike. The word “opal” was derived from a Greek word opallos, meaning ‘to see changes of color’. Opal is derived as a precious gemstone which is formed from non-crystalline silica gel. It consists of 6 to 10 per cent water and small silica…