U.S.–Australia Critical-Minerals Pact Signals Bigger Bets for Cobalt Supply-Chain Build-Out
In a decisive move to reshape the global battery supply chain, the United States and Australia have signed a US$8.5 billion critical-minerals partnership aimed at bolstering production and refining capacity for key energy-transition metals — with cobalt taking center stage.The agreement, announced on October 21, 2025, signals a new era of strategic industrial policy, designed […]
Gold Posts Steepest One-Day Drop in Five Years Amid Profit-Taking and Dollar Recovery
ChatGPT said: Title/Headline:Gold Posts Steepest One-Day Drop in Five Years Amid Profit-Taking and Dollar Recovery After months of record-breaking highs, the gold market was jolted on October 21, 2025, as prices plunged 5–6%, marking the largest single-day drop since 2020. The selloff came as the U.S. dollar rebounded sharply and investors rushed to lock in […]
Early-Stage Gold Exploration Firms Gain Traction via Partnerships to De-Risk Projects
The exploration sector—long known for its high-risk, high-reward nature—is seeing a quiet evolution. A growing number of junior gold explorers are forging strategic partnerships with major miners to reduce financial strain and improve project visibility. This emerging trend, spotlighted in a recent Crux Investor analysis (Oct. 21, 2025), underscores how collaboration is reshaping the risk-reward […]
Weekly Potash Prices Dip Amid Weak Fertilizer Demand; New Orleans Tally Falls 1.5%
Global fertilizer markets are showing renewed signs of pressure this week as potash prices edge lower across key U.S. hubs. According to 101.5 WKKG’s Weekly Fertilizer Price Report, potash prices in New Orleans slipped 1.5 %, while Midwest regional prices dipped 0.7 %, reflecting weakening affordability and subdued demand across the agricultural sector. For investors […]
Atalaya Mining Lifts Q3 Copper Output, Reaffirms 2025 Outlook as Chinese Demand Softens
Global copper markets are navigating a turbulent phase—where resilient producers like Atalaya Mining are offering rare stability amid broader uncertainty. With the world’s second-largest economy showing signs of strain, investors are watching closely to see which miners can withstand the cyclical downturn and capitalize when demand rebounds. In its latest quarterly update, Atalaya Mining Plc […]
