Project ramp-ups and expansions to lift global lead output in 2026
China led this output growth following the July 2025 start of the Huoshaoyun lead-zinc mine and stable production at the Jiama mine.
Commodity
Brazil’s iron ore production to rise due to stronger Vale performance
Salar de Atacama expansion set to lift Chile lithium output in 2026
Project expansions set to lift India’s iron ore output in 2026
New project launches and ramp-ups set to lift Indonesia’s cobalt output in 2026
Operational optimisation and project expansions to drive Australia’s lithium supply in 2026
Musonoi ramp-up and Mutanda feed to drive DRC cobalt output in 2026
China continues to dominate rare earths as diversification efforts gain momentum
