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The global conversation about minerals essential for modern technology increasingly centers on the often-misunderstood category known as rare earths. Despite their name, these elements are relatively abundant in the Earth’s crust, yet their extraction, processing, and distribution present complex challenges. This article examines the difference between reported global reserves and the projections frequently cited by […]

Commodity supercycles reshape global markets in profound ways, and their effects on the prices of rare minerals are particularly significant. This article explores how extended periods of elevated commodity demand and disrupted supply dynamics transmit through the value chain, altering investment patterns, incentivizing innovation, and reshaping geopolitics. By examining the mechanisms that link broad commodity

The mining sector is entering a period of intensified scrutiny as governments and communities press for tighter rules governing the extraction of minerals. This shift has profound implications for the availability of rare metals that underpin modern technology—from electric vehicle batteries and wind turbines to semiconductors and defense systems. This article examines how stricter mining

The following article examines the evolving outlook for germanium in the context of modern fiber optics. It reviews why germanium remains important to optical fiber manufacture, identifies the key forces shaping future demand, and analyzes supply-side constraints, recycling opportunities and technological paths that could reduce reliance on germanium. The goal is to provide a balanced,

The pressure of environmental, social and governance frameworks is reshaping the way companies search for and evaluate mineral resources. As investors, regulators and communities insist on more responsible practices, mineral exploration no longer means simply finding an ore body: it means aligning discovery efforts with long-term ESG commitments, minimizing environmental footprints, fostering social license and

The South American mining sector is undergoing a period of pronounced transformation as global demand for critical minerals grows and producers respond to shifting economic, political and environmental pressures. Investors, governments and communities are reassessing priorities across projects that range from large-scale copper operations in the Andean belt to emerging lithium developments on salt flats.

The global scramble for mineral resources has turned a spotlight on one of the planet’s most versatile elements: graphite. Essential to modern technologies and industrial processes, this mineral has become central to debates about energy transition, national security, and economic opportunity. As demand surges, countries, corporations, and investors are strategically positioning themselves to secure access,

The rapid expansion of electronic devices — from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and Internet of Things sensors — is reshaping demand for critical materials. Among these, silver occupies a special position because of its unmatched electrical and thermal conductivity, antimicrobial properties, and versatility in manufacturing processes. As global consumption of electronics accelerates, mounting

The global push to limit greenhouse gas emissions is reshaping demand for raw materials, with one metal in particular emerging as a strategic cornerstone of the energy transition. This article examines how contemporary climate policies and regulatory frameworks are driving increased demand for nickel, explores the metal’s technical role in low-carbon technologies, outlines the regulatory

The increasing sophistication of modern aerospace and defense platforms depends as much on materials science as on aerodynamics or software. Advanced aircraft, missile systems, satellites and hypersonic vehicles rely on a handful of rare metals and specialty elements that provide exceptional combinations of strength, temperature resistance, electrical behavior and magnetic performance. This article examines which