Canada strengthens critical minerals supply chains in Quebec

View: Source Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, has announced that Arianne Phosphate Inc. has been conditionally approved for an investment of up to CAN$735 000 through the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration (CMRDD) programme in Canada. This funding is part of an CAN$80.3 million investment announced by Prime Minister Carney on the margins of the 2025 G7 …

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Brazil advances plans to process its rare earth reserves

View: Source Brazilian states are seeking to advance initiatives aimed at installing rare earth processing plants in an effort to unlock the country’s major potential in this strategic segment. The São Paulo state government, through the Institute of Technological Research (IPT), announced the launch and receipt of the first equipment for its first rare earth and critical mineral processing plant. “With adequate technology …

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Gold Rally Driven by Massive ETF Inflows

View: Source Gold hits new record highs above $3,780 per ounce, up 43% YTD. Fed policy is not the only driver; ETF inflows are the key catalyst. SPDR Gold Shares absorbed 19 tons in a single day, boosting demand. Silver rallies above $44, eyeing its 2011 peak near $50. Short Pause, Strong Rebound The pause in gold’s rally after last week’s …

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New approach needed in mining critical minerals

View: Source Government incentives and public literacy on metals could mobilize innovation and expand Canada’s role in global mineral supply chains. Global demand for critical minerals is increasing at a rapid pace, fueled by multiple factors including economic growth, the need for cleaner technologies and the NATO target of five per cent of GDP for annual defence spending, which in Canada is to …

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Palladium rallies 3% on supply shortage concerns

View: Source Palladium prices rose during Monday trading amid a decline in the dollar against most major currencies and concerns over a shortage of the industrial metal. In China, the world’s largest consumer of industrial metals, the central bank kept benchmark lending rates unchanged for the fourth consecutive month in September, in line with market expectations, following last week’s decision to …

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US in talks to establish $5B critical minerals fund: report

View: Source The US International Development Finance Corp (DFC) is in talks with New York-based Orion Resource Partners to establish a fund of up to $5 billion for investments in critical minerals, Bloomberg reported. According to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be identified because the discussions are private, the proposed venture would involve both parties contributing equal amounts …

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Alongside Gold, Silver Is Benefiting From Potential Rate Cuts

View: Source The prospect of interest rate cuts this month and through the rest of the year is elevating prices for gold, but silver is also benefiting. The precious/industrial metal crossed the $40 price mark in the first week of September, which it hasn’t done since 2011. Silver is also reaping the benefits of a move into safe haven assets as …

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Beyond Gold & Silver: Platinum and Uranium Signal New Opportunities

View: Source Gold and silver have dominated market headlines in 2025, with gold rallying nearly 38% YTD and silver soaring more than 43%. Both metals have benefited from the weaker dollar, Fed rate-cut expectations, geopolitical uncertainty, and India’s festive buying demand. Yet, the 2025 metals story extends far beyond bullion. Investors are turning to other under-the-radar commodities that are now outperforming traditional safe havens. …

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Disrupting a $900 billion market! The World Gold Council plans to launch ‘digital gold’ with a pilot program in London next year.

View: Source According to the Financial Times, the World Gold Council (WGC) is planning to launch gold in digital form. This initiative may create revolutionary changes in the trading, settlement, and collateralization of gold, potentially transforming the $900 billion physical gold market in London. The World Gold Council is an industry organization representing the interests of gold miners. Its CEO, David …

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Palladium climbs over 2% on supply shortage concerns

View: Source Palladium prices rose during Tuesday’s trading despite a stronger U.S. dollar against most major currencies, supported by expectations of a global supply shortage. Sibanye-Stillwater, based in Johannesburg with operations in the U.S. and South Africa, has petitioned to impose tariffs on Russian palladium imports — a move that could further heighten price volatility. The company noted that Russian palladium …

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