Evan Lee
- Commodities (Gold & Oil)
- March 15, 2026
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Geopolitical Tensions in the Middle East Fuel Rising Oil Prices, Threatening to Significantly Increase Mining Costs and Squeeze Sector Margins
The delicate geopolitical landscape of the Middle East is casting a long shadow over global commodity markets, with escalating tensions directly contributing to a sharp rise in oil prices. This…
- Commodities (Gold & Oil)
- March 14, 2026
- 14 views
Rio Tinto Slows Bécancour Lithium Plant Construction Amidst Rising Costs, Maintains Production Timeline
Rio Tinto is strategically adjusting the construction pace of its Nemaska lithium processing plant in Bécancour, Quebec, citing escalating costs as the primary driver for the decision. While the company…
- Commodities (Gold & Oil)
- March 14, 2026
- 11 views
Gold Sips Below $5,100 as Middle East Tensions Fuel Inflationary Fears and Deter Rate Cut Hopes
Gold prices experienced a notable dip on Friday, trading below the significant psychological threshold of $5,100 per ounce, and appearing poised for a second consecutive week of declines. This downward…
- Commodities (Gold & Oil)
- March 14, 2026
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Rising Gold and Silver Prices Fuel Shift Towards Stable Mining Jurisdictions, Experts Say
The confluence of soaring gold and silver prices, coupled with a surge in resource nationalism across some African nations, is compelling global mining companies to re-evaluate their operational landscapes, increasingly…
- Commodities (Gold & Oil)
- March 6, 2026
- 18 views
The Global Passenger EV Market Surges, Driven by Battery Capacity Growth and Shifting Chemistries
The global passenger electric vehicle (EV) market, encompassing both plug-in and conventional hybrid models, surpassed 30 million units sold last year, marking a substantial year-over-year growth of 18%. A more…
The Private Credit Sector Faces Growing Scrutiny Amidst Escalating Defaults and Interconnected Risks
