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ThursdayJul 24, 2025 10:00 am

Why Copper Prices Could Rise Even Higher Than Their Current Levels

Copper is critical for electronic and electrical products, ranging from car engines and chips in mobile phones. In the last few decades, the United States has produced less of the red metal domestically as it was bringing in low-cost copper from foreign suppliers. This explains why President Donald Trump’s announcement that a 50% tariff would be imposed on all imports of copper as from August 1st was surprising. In his statement, he argued that the tariff would stimulate domestic production, adding that it was necessary to reduce reliance on foreign sources as this posed a risk to national security. Prices…

WednesdayJul 23, 2025 10:30 am

Platinum Group Metals Ltd. (NYSE American: PLG) (TSX: PTM) Taps into AI-Fueled Data Center Surge

The rise of AI-generated services is placing extreme pressure on the global power grid. With data center electrification and sustainability both climbing corporate and regulatory agendas, platinum is emerging as a strategically essential asset. PLG’s Waterberg Project is among the largest and lowest-cost undeveloped platinum group metal resources in the world. The rapid expansion of AI applications is igniting an unprecedented demand for data center capacity, and Platinum Group Metals (NYSE American: PLG) (TSX: PTM), a prominent platinum explorer and developer, is working to develop a supply of platinum crucial for powering the future of clean, resilient electrical infrastructure. Amid…

WednesdayJul 23, 2025 9:45 am

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) Advances Critical Minerals Defense Strategy

The Department of Defense announced an additional $18.4 million funding to Ucore Rare Metals. The decision to support Ucore represents a critical step in reclaiming the United States’ control over materials essential to national safety. The money will help install the first commercial RapidSX separation line at Ucore’s Strategic Metals Complex. “Every day of delay is a day an aircraft can’t fly.” This statement makes sense and is obviously a widely recognized truth among the U.S. military. Those charged with providing security and protection for the United States place a high priority on ensuring that no key components of essential…

TuesdayJul 22, 2025 10:00 am

China Slashes Electricity Generation Emissions to Record Levels

The first half of the year has seen utilities in China decrease their emissions from electricity production to new lows as clean power generation continues to increase. Figures from electricitymaps.com show that for every kilowatt hour of electricity generated, CO2 emissions averaged 492g. This is quite a decrease from the 514g in emissions per kilowatt hour of electricity produced in the same period last year and the first ever figure recorded below 500 grams. The 23% increase in clean power generation between January and June of last year is said to be the primary driver behind the decrease in emissions…

MondayJul 21, 2025 9:45 am

Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSE-A/TSX: SVM) Targets Copper Market Entry with El Domo Project in Ecuador

Copper prices jumped 17% last week after U.S. President Donald Trump announced potential 50% tariffs on the industrial metal. Global copper market is forecast to reach $253.82 billion by 2029, driven by the rapid rise of EVs, renewable energy, and infrastructure investment. Supply risks in key producing regions like Chile and Peru support new project development in other jurisdictions. Silvercorp’s El Domo copper-gold project in Ecuador is slated for production by late 2026. Backed by strong cash flow from its existing silver operations in China, Silvercorp is growing and diversifying its portfolio at a critical time for the copper market.…

MondayJul 21, 2025 9:00 am

Why This Undervalued Gold Junior Could Shine as Markets Shift

Lahontan Gold is advancing toward near-term with over 2 million ounces of open-pit gold potential and no debt CEO Kimberly Ann’s track record, capital discipline, and commitment to responsible development stood out in a recent investor discussion Broader gold market dynamics, including inflation hedging and executive optimism, point to major upside for well-positioned juniors With inflation concerns lingering and gold prices hovering near record levels, long-term investors are increasingly eyeing undervalued junior miners positioned for near-term development. The big story is simple: the world still runs on hard assets, and gold remains a core hedge against monetary instability, geopolitical shocks,…

FridayJul 18, 2025 10:00 am

BP Expects to Report Increases in its Q2 Production of Oil and Gas

British Petroleum (BP), a multinational oil and gas company, announced recently that it expects gas and oil production for Q2 of 2025 to increase. This marks a continued shift in the company’s strategy as it renews its focus on fossil fuels in an effort to boost profitability amid investor pressure. BP had previously invested heavily in green energy as part of its longer-term net-zero emissions pledge. However, after mixed financial results and growing demand from shareholders for more immediate returns, the firm pivoted back toward its core oil and gas operations. This change has helped restore investor confidence, with its…

ThursdayJul 17, 2025 10:00 am

The American Auto Industry Faces Additional Headwinds as Trump Announces Copper Tariffs

Last week, Trump announced that a 50% tariff would be imposed on copper imports from August 1st. This announcement raised concerns, particularly among auto manufacturers and suppliers, as the tariffs would make it harder for them to shoulder the rising costs and taxes. In the United States, copper is primarily used in industrial machinery, construction, electrical equipment, and vehicle manufacturing. The red metal is a key component in wiring and motors, with roughly 75% of copper consumed in the country going towards electrical applications like telecommunications, power generation and transmission. Given that the American market greatly relies on the red…

ThursdayJul 17, 2025 9:45 am

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) Key Part of Five-Step Blueprint for a Balanced Rare-Earth Supply Chain

China’s move exposed how important it is that the United States focus on finding strong domestic sources for essential materials. A possible roadmap comes down to five mutually reinforcing steps, with Ucore Rare Metals’ RapidSX(TM) technology playing a key role in the process. The company’s goal is to play a vital role in building a robust and independent rare earth supply chain in North America, says CEO. The tariff war between the United States and other countries, particularly China, has created a greater awareness of the tenuous U.S. position in terms of its reliance on China for essential materials for…

WednesdayJul 16, 2025 10:30 am

SolarBank Corp. (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: GY2) Aligns Strategy as North American Energy Policy Shifts

U.S. clean energy tax credits under the new Big Beautiful Bill require projects to commence construction by July 4, 2026, and complete within four years. SolarBank has enough advanced-stage U.S. projects to meet this timeline, backed by a $100 million financing deal with CIM Group. The company is prioritizing construction on a 97 MW portfolio in key states with interconnection and permitting progress. In Canada, SolarBank is deploying battery systems in Ontario under decade-long IESO contracts and expanding in Nova Scotia’s Community Solar program. Canada’s “Build, baby, build” policy push under Prime Minister Mark Carney favors developers with shovel-ready assets.…

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