Critical Raw Materials: A New Credit Risk Landscape for Europe
The recent Special Report 04/2026 from the European Court of Auditors has shifted the narrative surrounding Europe’s reliance on critical raw materials, framing it as...
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Vulcan Energy’s Lionheart Project Sets New Standards for Lithium Financing in Europe
The financial closure of Vulcan Energy Resources’ Lionheart project marks a significant evolution in the landscape of lithium extraction and financing for critical raw materials...
Eramet’s Capital Increase Marks a Transformative Shift in European Mining Finance
In a significant move for the European mining sector, French company Eramet has announced a €500 million capital increase alongside the suspension of dividends and...
EBRD Considers €55 Million Loan for Asarel Medet’s Green Transformation in Bulgaria
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is assessing a €55 million senior secured loan aimed at enhancing decarbonisation efforts and integrating renewable energy...
Germany’s Strategic Shift: Navigating Raw Material Dependencies Amid Fiscal Constraints
As the global demand for critical raw materials escalates, Germany finds itself at a crossroads, balancing its industrial needs with stringent constitutional borrowing limits. The...
Chinese Trading Giants Reshape Europe’s Metals Supply Chain Landscape
The dynamics of the global metals and minerals trading landscape have shifted dramatically over the last twenty years, influenced heavily by China’s strategic maneuvers. As...
Global Manganese Mining: A Strategic Shift Towards Clean Energy and Advanced Materials
Manganese is undergoing a significant transformation in its role within the global commodities market. Traditionally seen as a crucial component of steel production, it is...
Eurasian Resources Group Plans $1 Billion Investment in Kazakhstan’s Metal Sector for 2026
Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), a leading player in the global mining and metals industry, has announced a significant investment exceeding $1 billion in Kazakhstan for...
Turkey Eyes Up to $3 Billion in Gold Mining Investments Amidst Rising Global Demand
As global demand for gold and other strategic raw materials surges, Turkey is set to attract between $2 billion and $3 billion in new investments...
From Trading to Ownership: Asia’s Strategic Shift in Mining Dynamics
Asia’s mining sector is witnessing a significant transformation as industrial groups move from a reliance on trading to securing ownership of upstream assets. This strategic...