‘It Doesn’t Make Sense,’ Expert Warns West Is Bleeding Control Over Copper

The AI Trade Wants More Copper: These 4 Miners Could Be the Big Winners

Copper is becoming the new center of gravity for mining as AI, grid upgrades and electrification drive demand. BofA picks four miners.

USAR Falls Below 50-Day SMA: Is It Time to Hold or Exit the Stock?

USA Rare Earth (USAR) has fallen below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, declining 18.8% over six months due to continued operating losses, negative gross margins, and significant cash burn from capacity expansion. While the Serra Verde acquisition and up to $1.6B in government-backed funding provide growth opportunities, the company faces near-term profitability pressure and execution risks as it ramps commercial production.

Shares of copper-related companies are trading lower after reports suggesting that the Trump administration will abandon its copper tariff plan due to concerns over higher prices and metals inflation. A lack of tariffs may lead to lower producers for miners and refiners of the red metal.

Albemarle’s Next CEO Inherits A $250 Million Swing Per Dollar

Albemarle names ex-BHP exec Rag Udd as CEO starting Feb 2027 to navigate shifting lithium demand and market dynamics.

Shares of copper-related companies are trading higher amid multiple catalysts providing tailwinds for the metal. A weaker dollar, declining London Metal Exchange inventories, and demand confidence stemming from AI-related data center and infrastructure needs are converging to support the red metal's price.

Canada-US Tariff War Puts Critical-Mineral ETFs Back in Focus

Canada’s latest tariffs could intensify focus on critical-mineral supply chains, putting copper and uranium ETFs in focus.