Commodities
Corn futures slip after prior-day rally amid profit-taking
Profit-taking weighed on U.S. corn futures on Tuesday after the market surged the previous session. Traders cite technical resistance levels as a key factor.
Alaska LNG pipeline bill stalls, governor warns of negative signal
Governor Dunleavy says failure to advance the project risks undermining investor confidence in Alaska’s energy sector.
Corn and soybeans trade diverges as prices hit key inflection
A widening spread between corn and soybeans signals a potential shift in agricultural commodity markets, with both crops facing distinct supply and demand pressures.
Wood Mackenzie sees trio of economic forces boosting EV sales
Electric vehicle uptake could accelerate due to falling battery costs, rising fuel prices and tightening emissions rules, according to the energy consultancy.
Pan American Silver Q2 2026 slides show strong cash flow, profit miss
Silver miner posts robust quarterly cash flow despite underwhelming profit figures, signaling operational strength amid market volatility.
Euronext wheat futures ease after two-week peak on truce report
Paris-traded wheat contracts retreat from highs as reports of a potential truce in the Black Sea grain corridor lift supply concerns.
DuPont lithium team wins sustainability award
Chemical giant’s lithium extraction innovation recognized for environmental impact reduction.
MUFG tests blockchain for Japanese bond repo settlements
Japan's largest bank explores onchain repo transactions for JGBs to enable round-the-clock settlements and operational efficiencies.
Endomines forecasts record H1 2026 profit on gold exploration growth
Finnish gold miner Endomines expects its first-half 2026 profit to reach a record as exploration expansion boosts output forecasts.
India passes bill to cap state mining taxes
Parliament approves legislation to set a ceiling on royalties and levies imposed by states on mining operations, aiming to stabilize sector costs.
Citi warns stretched gasoil positioning may lead to pullback
Bullish bets on gasoil futures have reached levels that historically precede sharp corrections, according to Citi analysis.
Gold slips as Middle East tensions ease; focus on U.S. data
Gold prices fell sharply on Thursday as prospects of a Gaza ceasefire improved, while investors awaited U.S. economic data for further direction.
Reborn Coffee signs $20 million supply deal with Mighty Oak
Coffee supplier Mighty Oak secures long-term contract with specialty roaster Reborn Coffee, boosting revenue visibility amid sector consolidation.
SEC clears Franklin Templeton to invest in onchain money fund
Regulator says it will not pursue enforcement action if Franklin Templeton’s funds allocate cash to its tokenized money market fund, marking a step toward blockchain-based cash management.
Mobix Labs to acquire critical minerals platform SPD
Deal expands Mobix Labs' exposure to lithium, cobalt and rare earths supply chains amid rising EV battery demand.
Global oil stocks face test if US-Iran war lasts six months
Strategic reserves assessed as analysts warn prolonged conflict could strain supply buffers amid elevated geopolitical risks.
Antwerp diamond sector denies Trump ring tariff exemption link
Belgian diamond trade group refutes claims that a $2 million ring gifted to U.S. President Donald Trump triggered a tariff exemption under EU trade rules.
Recurrent Energy secures $695 million for California solar project
Financing supports a 250-megawatt solar facility in California, part of a broader push to expand renewable energy capacity in the state.
NMG breaks ground on Matawinie lithium mine in Quebec
Canadian miner Nouveau Monde Graphite begins construction on its $1.1 billion Matawinie project, aiming for a final processing plant decision by 2025.
China’s Copper Shortage Signals a Global Supply Shock – Why It Matters for Metal Markets
China’s refined copper output is set to decline for a second month as smelters grapple with raw material shortages, a development that could tighten global supplies and lift prices.
Argentina revises Vaca Muerta oil reserves to 30 billion barrels
New estimate doubles previous assessment, positioning the shale formation among the world's largest oil reserves.
Global markets find brief relief after recent volatility
Equity and commodity markets stabilize as investors digest central bank signals and economic data. Dollar firms ahead of U.S. inflation report.
Taylor Farms outbreaks highlight U.S. produce safety gaps from Mexico
Recent foodborne illness outbreaks linked to Mexican-grown produce supplied by Taylor Farms underscore challenges in U.S. food safety oversight.
Venezuela braces for deeper power, water cuts amid El Niño threat
State utility warns of worsening outages as drought-linked El Niño disrupts hydropower and supply networks.