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Copper used in industrial manufacturing as record prices raise concerns over future supply

Record copper prices expose a growing supply chain risk

14 September 2026 Ross Prudames Business, Copper, Manufacturing, Supply Chains 8 min read

Copper prices have reached record levels as weaker mine output and US tariff concerns tighten the... Read more

A construction site for a battery metal project featuring industrial steel scaffolding, electrical control boxes, and heavy infrastructure under bright sunlight.

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8 critical US battery metal projects to watch in 2026

19 February 202619 February 2026 Erin Flock Battery Metals, Metals, USA 9 min read

In 2026, the global race to secure battery metals has reached a fever pitch, driven by... Read more

Stacked silver bullion bars and price chart reflecting historic high in silver trading

Silver hits record above $60 per oz

11 December 2025 Molly Gilmore China, Silver, US minerals 7 min read

Silver reached unprecedented highs this week with spot prices climbing above sixty dollars per ounce for... Read more

An aerial view of a copper mine in South America operated by Anglo American, symbolizing the scale of the new Anglo Teck merger

Anglo American Teck merger creates $53 billion copper giant

11 December 202511 December 2025 Molly Gilmore Canada, Copper, Critical Minerals 5 min read

Shareholders at Anglo American and Teck Resources have approved a $53 billion merger that will create... Read more

BHP mining operation with copper equipment and open pit in South America

BHP holds back from new mega‑deals amid surge in copper demand

15 September 202515 September 2025 Molly Gilmore BHP, Copper, Mining 5 min read

BHP is stepping away from large‑scale mergers and acquisitions as the global mining giant sharpens its... Read more

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