China’s Metals Market Surges as Investors Anticipate Rally

China’s metal markets are in the grip of a speculative frenzy, with trading values in Shanghai surging more than 260% from a year earlier, as traders and deep-pocketed funds pile into commodities like copper, nickel and lithium. Open interest has surged to a record across the six base metals traded in Shanghai, pointing to robust […]
Nova Minerals downplays report on acquiring antimony from Pakistan

A drill rig on the Estelle project northwest of Anchorage, Alaska. Credit: Nova Minerals Nova Minerals (NASDAQ, ASX: NVA) has downplayed recent reports of the company buying antimony produced in Pakistan for testing and processing at its Alaska-based facilities. According to a Dec. 29 report by the Financial Times, the dual-listed miner is said to […]
First Phosphate Announces Initial Payment Under Long-term Offtake Agreement for Phosphate Concentrate

First Phosphate Announces Initial Payment Under Long-term Offtake Agreement for Phosphate Concentrate Saguenay, Quebec – January 6, 2026 – First Phosphate Corp. (“First Phosphate” or the “Company”) (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQX: FRSPF) (FSE: KD0) is pleased to announce an initial payment under an amendment made to its existing, long-term phosphate concentrate offtake agreement in the form of […]
Venezuela’s Oil and Mining Industries: Vast Potential Amidst Inadequate Infrastructure

Stock image. Following are key facts about the oil and mining sectors of Venezuela, whose President Nicolas Maduro was captured by US forces on Saturday. Reserves Venezuela has the world’s largest estimated oil reserves but its crude output remains at a fraction of capacity due to decades of mismanagement, lack of investment and sanctions, official data […]
Starfighters Space Demonstrates Commercial Supersonic Flight Capabilities Through GE’s Aerospace Test Program

Starfighters Space Demonstrates Commercial Supersonic Flight Capabilities Through GE’s Aerospace Test Program ————————— Recent supersonic test flights carrying advanced propulsion systems validate Starfighters’ role as a commercial flight services platform for aerospace and defense customers CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla – January 5, 2026 – Starfighters Space, Inc. (“Starfighters” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: FJET), the innovative […]
FPX Upgrades U.S. Listing

FPX Nickel Corp. has upgraded its listing from the OTCQB Venture Market to the OTCQX Best Market, effective January 5, 2026. The company’s shares will trade under the ticker symbol “FPOCF.” This transition aims to improve visibility and accessibility for U.S. investors, as the OTCQX market requires stringent financial reporting standards and corporate governance practices. […]
With Gold Prices Soaring, Indians Choose Bars and Coins Instead of Jewelry

Stock image. For nearly two decades, Mumbai homemaker Prachi Kadam marked every festive season with a gold jewellery purchase, blending tradition with personal style. This year’s record rally in prices, however, led her to choose a 10-gram gold coin instead of necklaces or bangles. “I like jewellery because it can be worn during functions, but […]
CME Raises Precious Metal Margins Again Following Price Volatility

Stock image. CME Group raised margin requirements on precious metal futures for the second time in the space of a week, following a bout of volatility that saw prices spike then retreat. The higher collateral that traders must set aside to hold futures positions in gold, silver, platinum and palladium is the latest evidence of […]
Gold Prices: Top Stories of 2025

Stock image. The gold price shattered records in 2025. Throughout the year, the precious metal hit an all-time peak 50 times, the latest hitting $4,549.71 an ounce on Boxing Day. As it stands, bullion is now on the cusp of having its best annual performance since 1979. As this monumental year draws to an end, we […]
Gold and Silver Prices Dip After Their Strongest Year Since the 1970s

Gold and silver fell on the last trading day of 2025, though both remained on track for the biggest annual gain in more than four decades as a banner year for precious metals drew to a close. Spot gold hovered around $4,320 an ounce, while silver slid toward $71. The two have seen exceptional volatility […]