The US is copper-rich, but can Trump really “bring copper home”?
The US is home to 5.5% of the world’s copper reserves – the sixth-biggest share globally. However, it has long…
Trump Tariffs
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Business concerns about tariffs continue to rise
Concerns about tariffs among businesses globally have continued to rise significantly over the last six months, according to a new…
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How Trump’s tariffs are reshaping the mining equipment finance sector
The Donald Trump administration’s expanded 2025 tariffs have pushed the global machinery and equipment industry into a new era of…
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Western Australia positions itself in the rare earth race
“Western Australia's leadership in minerals research gives this state a unique opportunity to play a key role in decarbonising the…
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Trump policies may create ‘perfect storm’ for US inflation
While the risks of a potential US recession in 2025 have receded, President Trump’s policies could create an “inflationary perfect…
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US imposes sanctions on Congolese militia and mining entities over illicit minerals trade
The US has announced sanctions targeting a Congolese militia group, a mining company and two Hong Kong-based exporters over their…
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China’s Trump card: using rare earth elements as geopolitical bargaining chips
When camouflage-clad, rifle-carrying rebels from the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) led an offensive to seize the northern town of Pangwa…
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India’s 25% tariffs will delay investment cycle recovery – interview
On Wednesday (30 July), US President Donald Trump announced the US would impose 25% tariffs on Indian imports as well…
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US announces 50% tariff on copper imports
US President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation imposing a 50% tariff on several categories of copper imports such as…
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EU energy and investment pledges to the US “meaningless”
The much-awaited EU-US trade deal has landed. While it provides some much-needed respite for businesses that have been weathering seemingly…
