
Global Zinc and Lead Markets Projected to See Surplus in 2027
New market analysis indicates that global zinc and lead markets are expected to enter a surplus phase by 2027, impacting price outlooks.

New market analysis indicates that global zinc and lead markets are expected to enter a surplus phase by 2027, impacting price outlooks.

Global contract miner Thiess has been awarded two five-year contracts to support operations at the Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold mine in Mongolia.

African Critical Elements has completed the acquisition of Lepidico Canada, securing a strategic lithium asset in Namibia.

Halo Minerals has received a key mining permit to process copper and gold tailings in Chile, marking a significant step for the company's recovery operations.

Lithium Africa has received significant non-binding financing offers to accelerate the development of its Springbok lithium project in South Africa.

Canada’s energy minister has declared that the global mining industry is entering its largest investment supercycle in history, driven by the urgent need for critical minerals.

Lithium Africa has received significant non-binding offers to finance its Springbok lithium project, signaling strong investor appetite for new battery metal supply.

The International Lead and Zinc Study Group (ILZSG) forecasts a market surplus for both metals in 2027, reflecting shifting supply and demand dynamics.

Kodiak Copper has launched a new metallurgical testwork program at its MPD project in British Columbia to optimize flowsheet development.

The Indonesian government is conducting a comprehensive review of $426.7 billion worth of copper and gold concessions, signaling a major shift in mining policy.

The International Lead and Zinc Study Group (ILZSG) projects a surplus in global supply for both zinc and lead markets by 2027.

Canada’s energy minister highlights that critical minerals are driving the largest investment supercycle in history as global demand shifts.

BHP CEO Brandon Craig notes that trade uncertainty, energy costs, and freight challenges continue to create headwinds for the mining giant.

Gold futures remain resilient as investors evaluate potential Federal Reserve policy shifts and a softening dollar.

Lithium Africa has received significant non-binding financing offers, including a major offtake agreement, to advance its spodumene project.

Canada’s energy minister has stated that the mining industry is entering its largest investment supercycle in history, driven by the global demand for critical minerals.

The Greenlandic government has announced plans to implement a ban on seabed mining, citing unexpected safety risks and environmental protection priorities.

Global commodity trader Mercuria has entered a joint venture with Gécamines to market 240,000 tonnes of zinc concentrate from the Kipushi mine in the DRC.

Hudbay Minerals and Mitsubishi have officially approved the $2.1 billion investment for the Copper World project, marking a significant expansion in North American copper production.

Lithium Africa has received two major non-binding offers to finance its Springbok lithium project, including a significant offtake agreement with a global trading house.