metals

Korea Zinc CEO Aims to Rebuild Trust Following Strategic Missteps

1 month ago

In a candid acknowledgment of recent strategic miscalculations, Korea Zinc's Chief Executive, Lee Yong-seok, expressed a strong commitment to restoring trust within the company and with its stakeholders. Speaking at a press conference, Lee summarized the pivotal moments that have led to challenges in the company’s operational integrity and market reputation.

China's Copper Market Faces Demand Challenges: Insights from Leading Importer

1 month ago

The landscape of China’s copper market is currently under scrutiny as the leading importer, Hong Kong’s China Minmetals Corp., is calling for additional stimulus measures to invigorate demand within the sector. As economic uncertainty looms and growth rates struggle to match previous years, the implications for trade and pricing in the copper market are significant.

Aluminum Prices Decline as Strong Dollar Pressures Metal Markets

1 month ago

Aluminum prices have continued to experience a downturn, primarily influenced by the strengthening of the US dollar. This trend was underscored in recent market reports, where economic factors and currency fluctuations have a significant impact on commodity prices, including metals like aluminum.

Surge in Global Gold Demand Exceeds $100 Billion Amid Western Investor Interest

2 months ago

In a significant uptick for the precious metals market, global demand for gold has surpassed the extraordinary $100 billion mark this year, signaling a robust interest from Western investors. As economic uncertainties loom large, including persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions, gold's allure as a safe-haven asset has become more pronounced than ever.

China's Aluminum Production Set to Reach New Heights as Power Supply Remains Strong

2 months ago

China is poised to extend its record-breaking aluminum production levels, supported by a stable power supply that has been bolstered by a substantial increase in energy generation capabilities. As the country navigates its energy landscape, recent data reveals that both power generation expansion and policy adjustments are propelling the metal’s output to unprecedented levels.

China's Rapidly Ascending Copper Powerhouse: A New Player Reshaping the Global Metal Supply

3 months ago

In the changing world of global business and commerce, China has long established itself as an emerging economic power. Yet it now has started showing its strength in the world of metal supply, most importantly regarding its increasingly big role in copper production. One such Chinese company, a dramatic one that expands with a significant effect on world markets, is China Copper.

Billionaire Forrest Pursues Green Nickel Index with Metalshub

3 months ago

Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest is at the forefront of the pioneering move that will change the face of the commodities market as he joins the top digital metal trading platform, Metalshub, in a development deal for a green nickel index. This bold move might ensure greater transparency and more sustainability in the value chain of nickel supplies by offering traceable, environmentally responsible sourcing of this vital metal. The move reflects increasing demand for green commodities worldwide as industries embark on greener futures amid efforts to combat climate change.