China Consolidates Grip on Rare Earths

Source: New York Times, Keith Bradsher (9/15/11)

"China is taking the steps to improve pollution controls in a notoriously toxic mining and processing industry."

New York Times, Keith Bradsher

In the name of fighting pollution, China has sent the price of compact fluorescent light bulbs soaring in the United States.

By closing or nationalizing dozens of the producers of rare earth metals—which are used in energy-efficient bulbs and many other green-energy products—China is temporarily shutting down most of the industry and crimping the global supply of the vital resources.

China produces nearly 95% of the world's rare earth materials, and it is taking the steps to improve pollution controls in a notoriously toxic mining and processing industry. . .View Full Article

Will Copper Shine Brighter with Sprott's IPO?
Source: Michael Ballanger (05/14/2024)

Michael Ballanger of GGM Advisory Inc. comments on Sprott Asset Management's filing of a preliminary prospectus for an IPO for a "Physical Copper Trust." He also shares a few copper stocks that may benefit from this.

Copper Explorer Gathers Experts for 'Untapped' Ariz. Project
Source: Streetwise Reports (05/13/2024)

A Canadian copper company is putting together a team of experts to meet the challenge of providing the red metal needed for the energy transition. Find out which research firm has rated the stock a top performer.

Whither the Junior Miners?
Source: Michael Ballanger (05/13/2024)

Michael Ballanger of GGM Advisory Inc. takes a look at current movements in the market, specifically in the junior miner's sector. He also shares a few public companies that will be embarking upon drilling campaigns this summer.

Major Maintains Ownership in Jr. With Prospective Multi-Mineral Project
Source: Streetwise Reports (05/13/2024)

Metallic Minerals Corp. says mining major Newmont Corp. is exercising its "top-up right" to purchase additional shares of the company. Read to see the other ways the companies are working together.

Critical Metals Co. Expands Drill Program
Source: Streetwise Reports (05/13/2024)

The explorer is targeting lithium and boron-enriched sediment and brine samples in this first phase of drilling in Nevada. Read why experts have high expectations for both the firm and its project.