In a move that has sent shockwaves through global commodity markets, mining giants Rio Tinto (NYSE: RIO) and Glencore (OTC: GLNCY) officially confirmed on January 9, 2026, that they have entered preliminary discussions regarding a potential mega-merger. The proposed tie-up, framed as an all-share merger, would create a diversified natural
The global materials sector is bracing for a tectonic shift as rumors of a potential merger between two of the world’s largest mining entities, Rio Tinto (NYSE: RIO) and Glencore (OTC: GLNCY), have been confirmed as active preliminary discussions. This "mega-deal," estimated to create a combined entity valued at
As of January 9, 2026, the global financial markets are witnessing an unprecedented surge in the price of "red gold"—copper. Prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) have shattered previous records, frequently trading above $13,000 per metric ton this month. This rally is driven by a "perfect storm"
The metals market has entered the second week of 2026 in a state of high-octane volatility, as a historic rally in gold, silver, and copper faces its first major test of the year. After a blockbuster 2025 that saw precious metals reach unprecedented heights, the opening days of January have
As the global economy enters the first quarter of 2026, the industrial world is grappling with a historic "super-squeeze" in the copper market. Analysts at Bernstein have released a provocative new research note, setting a price target of $11,500 per tonne for the "red metal" in Q1 2026. This
The global commodities market witnessed a dramatic reversal on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as silver and other critical metals retreated sharply from their multi-year highs. Silver, which had been the star performer of 2025, led the decline, falling from an intraday high of nearly $84 per ounce toward the $76.
On January 7, 2026, the global commodities market witnessed a sharp reversal in the blistering rally of precious and industrial metals, providing a stark contrast to a stock market that continues to defy gravity. Silver, which had been the star performer of 2025, slipped toward the $70 per ounce mark,
The historic rally that defined the commodities market in 2025 has hit a significant roadblock in the opening week of 2026. After a year that saw gold and silver shatter all-time records, a sharp technical correction is currently rippling through the financial markets. As of January 7, 2026, precious metals
In a rare and powerful display of market synchronization, global financial markets have opened 2026 with a massive "everything rally." As of January 6, 2026, gold, silver, and copper have surged to historic milestones alongside a record-breaking stock market. This simultaneous advance of safe-haven assets and high-risk equities signals a
The ascent of copper to $13,000/t is a landmark event that underscores the fragility of the global energy transition. The combination of mine disruptions in Chile and Indonesia, the insatiable demand from AI and EVs, and the distortion of trade through tariffs has created a market environment characterized
As the first week of 2026 unfolds, the global financial landscape is being reshaped by a dramatic "flight to quality." In a stunning start to the trading year, gold prices have shattered previous records, surging past $4,400 per ounce on January 5, 2026. This meteoric rise has propelled the
As of December 26, 2025, the global economy finds itself at a critical crossroads where the physical constraints of commodity supply are clashing with the insatiable demands of the digital and green revolutions. At the heart of this tension sits Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX), the world’s largest publicly traded copper producer. For decades, Freeport was [...]
As of December 24, 2025, Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) stands as a beacon of resilience in the global mining sector. Trading near a 15-month high of $52.29, the Phoenix-based copper giant has successfully navigated a year characterized by extreme operational volatility and a historic "supercycle" in industrial metals. While 2025 saw significant disruptions at its crown [...]
As the opening bells of 2026 ring across Wall Street, a profound shift in market leadership is unfolding. The long-standing dominance of "Big Tech" and the "Magnificent 7" has hit a significant wall, giving way to a robust resurgence in the so-called "Old Economy." In the first trading sessions of
As the first trading week of 2026 unfolds, the U.S. financial landscape is being reshaped by a significant retreat in Treasury bond prices. This downward pressure on bonds, which has pushed the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield toward a multi-month high of 4.35%, signals a profound shift in investor
As the clock struck midnight to usher in 2026, investors were left reflecting on a final week of 2025 that was anything but festive. While the broader year was a triumph for equity markets—with the S&P 500 (NYSE:SPY) finishing up more than 16%—the final sessions were
As the sun rises on January 1, 2026, the United States finds itself at a historical crossroads, caught between the triumphant rhetoric of an "Economic Revolution" and the sobering data of a cooling labor market. Former President Donald Trump, entering the second year of his second term, has spent the
In a move that highlights the delicate balance between record-breaking commodity prices and operational volatility, Ninety One UK Ltd, a subsidiary of global asset manager Ninety One plc (LON:N91), has reduced its exposure to copper giant Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE:FCX). According to recent regulatory filings, the firm offloaded 879,
As the final bells ring on the 2025 trading year, one commodity stands as the undisputed king of the markets: copper. In a year defined by technological upheaval and a strained global supply chain, the "red metal" has undergone a historic "super-rally," with prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME)
As the final trading session of 2025 draws to a close, the precious and industrial metals markets are providing a masterclass in technical resilience. Despite a sharp bout of profit-taking in the final weeks of December, gold, silver, and copper have managed to hold firmly above their critical 50-day moving
