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MP Materials Halts Rare Earth Shipments to China: A Turning Point in the Global Tech Supply Chain
In a significant move that could reshape the global supply chain for advanced technologies, MP Materials, the United States' sole rare earth miner, has officially halted shipments to China. This comes in direct response to export controls…
U.S. Company Stockpiles Copper Plumbing Parts Ahead of Potential Import Tariffs
As uncertainty looms over U.S. trade policy, at least one American company is taking preemptive action to shield itself from potential cost increases. In a bid to get ahead of looming import tariffs, the company has reportedly been…
Gold Surges Past $3,200 Amid Escalating Trade Tensions and Economic Uncertainty
Gold prices have soared to unprecedented levels, surpassing $3,200 per ounce for the first time in history. This surge marks the third consecutive session of gains, driven by escalating trade tensions, a weakening U.S. dollar, and…
White House Weighs Executive Order to Fast-Track Deep-Sea Mining
The White House is currently considering an executive order to accelerate the approval process for deep-sea mining in international waters. The primary goal of this initiative is to secure critical minerals such as nickel and copper, which…
Trafigura Launches Strategic Review of Nyrstar Zinc and Lead Smelting Assets
Global commodities giant Trafigura Group has announced a strategic review of its Nyrstar zinc and lead smelting operations. This move comes as the company grapples with rising energy costs, regulatory pressures, and market volatility…
Trump May Implement Copper Import Tariffs Ahead of Deadline
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is considering the early implementation of copper import tariffs in anticipation of a potential return to office. This move is seen as part of a broader strategy to boost domestic metal production, protect…
Trump Invokes Emergency Powers to Boost US Critical Minerals Production
In a significant move aimed at strengthening the United States' critical minerals supply chain, former President Donald Trump has invoked emergency powers under the Defense Production Act (DPA). This decision is expected to expedite…
US-China Trade War Escalates: Retaliatory Tariffs on Agriculture, Energy, and Machinery Threaten…
The ongoing US-China trade war has intensified as both nations impose new rounds of retaliatory tariffs, targeting key economic sectors such as agriculture, energy, and machinery. The latest escalation raises concerns over global economic…
White House Shifts Focus from US-Ukraine Minerals Deal
The White House has recently redirected its focus away from a potential minerals deal with Ukraine, raising questions about the future of US access to critical minerals. Initially aimed at securing essential resources like lithium, nickel,…
US Companies Join Forces to Strengthen Critical Minerals Supply Chain
The United States is taking significant steps to secure its supply of critical minerals, which are essential for advanced technologies, national security, and clean energy production. In a major development, Energy Fuels Inc. and The…