After correcting through much of the Iran conflict to date, precious metals are starting to revive based on a set of ETFs through Tuesday’s close (Aug. 11). Meanwhile, copper’s resilience during the war has endured as the metal continues to set new highs. Year to date, copper is the standout winner among the main exchange‑traded products offering a pure play …
Continue ReadingMalaysia and Australia are exploring closer cooperation in the rare earth elements (REE) and critical minerals sectors, including the development of domestic neodymium magnet manufacturing. The Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry (NRES) said the matter was among the key areas discussed during a meeting between Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup and Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia Danielle Heinecke …
Continue ReadingPalladium outperformed analyst expectations in 2025 despite widespread concerns over oversupply and weakening demand, according to the latest LBMA Annual Precious Metals Forecast Survey. The metal averaged USD 1,150.29/oz, compared with the winning average forecast of USD 1,090/oz. Palladium began the year at USD 921/oz and ended at USD 1,660/oz, reaching a high of USD 1,837/oz on 23 December. Concerns …
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