Vale postpones sale of operations in New Caledonia

Copper bull run may only be getting started

Lithium Americas’ Thacker Pass closer to production

The joint research center has already delivered great insights into the outlook of Rio Tinto's largest market.

"Not a good sign, but at least the worst is over and we're heading for a recovery."

Australia's Queensland government expects coal exports from the state to drop by 8pc.

US coking coal prices strengthened further early last week, buoyed by supply tightness across segments and strong demand from Chinese mills for low-volatile coals stretching into March next year.

Ferro alloys manufacturer Nava Bharat Ventures on Thursday said it has entered into a five-year agreement with a Tata Steel arm for conversion of high carbon ferro chrome.