After the stellar start of 2026 for the precious metal, silver remains subdued around $60 as high yields and dollar pressure the outlook. Silver has experienced a remarkable reversal in 2026. Prices surged above $120 in late January, supported by strong investment demand, tight physical supply and growing enthusiasm around precious metals. The rally was particularly aggressive compared with gold, …
Continue ReadingThe global nickel market is heading for another surplus this year, reversing an earlier forecast for a shortage, the International Nickel Study Group says. Production is forecast at 3.87 million tonnes against demand of 3.85 million tonnes in 2026, leaving a 19,000-tonne surplus. The excess is expected to widen to 70,000 tonnes next year, the Lisbon-based intergovernmental body said in …
Continue ReadingThe rise of seabed mining will add new complexity to the South China Sea disputes. In August 2026, Japan and the United States worked together to explore extracting rare-earth-rich mud from the seabed near Minamitorishima. It offered a glimpse into the next phase of critical minerals competition. The race for rare earths is no longer confined to land mines and …
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