London Metal Exchange

Gold prices fluctuate amid Fed policy and US economic data

27 clusters · 585 sources · last updated about 5 hours ago

Latest: Antam gold prices drop to Rp2,546,000 per gram

Gold prices have faced ongoing volatility driven by Federal Reserve policy signals and inflation data. While prices previously held above $4,000, they have fluctuated near the $4,170 level as investors weigh the impact o

Peruvian currency and international reserves trends

7 clusters · 31 sources · last updated about 15 hours ago

Latest: US Dollar rises in Peru and Chile amid economic shifts

In mid-August 2026, the Peruvian sol demonstrated strength against the US dollar. During this period, exchange rates varied across different sectors, with the informal parallel market quoting the dollar at approximately

Global copper market demand and supply outlook

8 clusters · 22 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Glencore increases copper production amid projected global deficit

The global copper market is defined by a tension between immediate supply surpluses and long-term structural shortages. While the International Copper Study Group (ICSG) projects a widening refined copper surplus through

Indonesia economic outlook: growth, industrialization, and M

41 clusters · 131 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Indonesia pushes for mining downstreaming and industrial ecosystems

Indonesia continues to pursue high economic growth through industrialization and an expanding digital agenda, with the government targeting a 6% growth rate and 7% investment increase by 2027. To support these goals, the

Indonesia restructuring for downstreaming and energy

7 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Indonesian state enterprises announce industrial expansion and nickel downstreaming

President Prabowo Subianto has launched 11 new projects at the Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park (IWIP) to advance the nation’s nickel downstreaming policy. This policy, which mandates domestic processing of raw mineral

Federal Reserve and ECB monetary policy shifts

5 clusters · 47 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Global markets await central bank decisions from Fed and ECB

In September 2026, the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank (ECB) implemented interest rate hikes to combat persistent inflation. The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to a range of 3.

Global copper market demand and price surge

2 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Copper prices reach record highs amid electrification demand

Copper prices have experienced a significant upward trend, rising approximately 15.8% since the start of the year, with costs reaching record levels of approximately 13,000 euros per tonne on the London Metal Exchange.

Global iron ore market volatility and demand shifts

6 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: China commodity markets show divergent trends in copper and iron ore

The iron ore market has experienced significant downward pressure, characterized by falling prices in China and declining export volumes in India. In China, iron ore prices on the Dalian Commodity Exchange reached an 18-

North Macedonia renewables, gas link & mineral strategy

29 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia explores mineral and cultural resource potential

In 2026, North Macedonia accelerated its clean-energy transition with a €1.5 billion programme for two run-of-river hydro plants (Chebren, Galishte) and a €400 million wind farm near Štip, while a second 800 million-euro

Zcash volatility rises amid ETF competition and liquidations

21 clusters · 85 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Zcash sees surge in ETF inflows amid community debate

Zcash (ZEC) has experienced extreme volatility following a massive rally that saw its price rise from approximately $60 to $1,500 over a twelve-month period. This momentum was initially driven by the successful deploymen

Gold market volatility and shifting demand structures

13 clusters · 334 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Global markets react to oil price shifts and upcoming Fed decision

Gold markets are undergoing a structural shift in demand composition. While total demand value reached a record $380 billion in the first half of 2026, jewelry consumption fell 17% year-on-year in Q2, with significant de

US inflation volatility and labor market cooling

22 clusters · 520 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: US consumer confidence hits 12-year low amid rising spending

US consumer sentiment and inflation expectations have shown increasing instability. In September, the University of Michigan index fell to 48.1, driven by concerns over inflation and purchasing power. Joanne Hsu, directo

Copper theft escalation and infrastructure targeting inSpain

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Copper theft targeting infrastructure rises in Spain and Mexico

Spain is facing a significant surge in copper and conductor material theft, driven by high global metal prices and demand from the semiconductor and artificial intelligence sectors. Data from the Ministry of the Interior

Critical mineral demand from AI and energy transition

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Copper demand cools amid shifting AI expectations

The expansion of artificial intelligence and the global energy transition are driving increased demand for critical minerals. Initial projections from Wood Mackenzie highlighted that AI infrastructure development, includ

Global markets face volatility from AI, inflation, and oil

22 clusters · 340 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Global markets face volatility in metals, crypto, and gold

Global markets remain volatile as massive capital requirements for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure compete with sovereign debt issuance. US tech hyperscalers have increased their presence in the eurozone bond

Canadian mining sector development and regulatory shifts

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Canada promotes energy and mining investment in London

Canadian regional and federal leaders are advancing efforts to expand the nation’s mining and natural resource sectors. At the Canada Investment Summit in Toronto, Yukon Premier Currie Dixon highlighted five major mining

Copper prices fluctuate amid supply and labor tensions

41 clusters · 150 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Precious and strategic metals see divergent market trends

Copper prices reached historic highs in September 2026, with LME 3-month contracts exceeding US$14,500–$14,875 per tonne. This surge is driven by a structural market deficit caused by declining ore grades and rising dema

Global copper market supply and price volatility

4 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: US copper stockpiles rise amid tariff uncertainty

Global copper markets have transitioned from a period of acute supply stress to a state of volatility characterized by shifting surplus forecasts and geopolitical influences. Initially, the market faced a significant sup

Global copper market supply and price volatility

2 clusters · 112 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: ASML and TSMC report strong growth driven by AI demand

Copper prices initially rose on the London Metal Exchange, reaching $14,464 per metric tonne. This increase was driven by strong demand from China and supply concerns stemming from production challenges in Chile. Specifi

Hong Kong unveils inaugural five-year plan and policy

12 clusters · 70 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Hong Kong releases first Five-Year Plan for 2026–2030

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee has unveiled the city’s inaugural five-year socio-economic development plan (2026–2030) alongside his fifth Policy Address. Emphasizing that the blueprint is a strategic guide rather th