Lunch Wrap: ASX wobbles as war uncertainty brews; Cochlear clipped in brutal sell-offApril 22, 2026 11:33 pmStockheadCochlear shares were clipped hard this morning. Pic: Getty Images
Hormuz tension keeps markets on edge
ASX slips as uncertainty builds
Cochlear shock wipes billions
By lunchtime in Sydney on Wednesday, the S&P/ASX 200 was on the back foot, down …
Resources Top 5: Meteoric charges ahead as mega deal sparks bull run on Brazilian rare earthsApril 22, 2026 11:31 pmStockheadMeteoric Resource charged higher on $40m cap raise and strong sentiment in Brazilian rare earths. Pic: Getty Images
Meteoric jumps on $40m no-discount capital raise to advance Brazilian rare earths project
Solis continues rally on key lithium acquisition …
Closing Bell: Healthcare hammered as Cochlear spill spreads; ASX slides more than 1pcApril 22, 2026 11:31 pmStockheadASX benchmark sinks 1.18% in steady arvo slide
Healthcare smashed (-6%) as Cochlear sell-off hits sector
Banks and energy weak, outweighing gains in staples and tech
It was the ASX’s worst day in at least three weeks, with the S&P/ASX 200 …
India’s EV boom faces recycling testApril 22, 2026 11:09 pmThe PioneerIndia’s electric vehicle (EV) transition is, by most measures, a policy success. EV adoption has surged from just 50,000 units in 2016 to over 2 million in 2024, a fortyfold increase in less than a decade.
Yet, beneath this rapid growth lies a structural …
Q&A: Karen Thompson on Canada’s critical mineral momentApril 22, 2026 11:07 pmPlantThe president of Haver & Boecker Niagara on supply chain execution, equipment modernization and why Canada can’t afford to wait.
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Karen Thompson has spent more than 28 years at Haver & Boecker …
Flow batteries hold potential for LDES but industry shows mixed fortunes so farApril 22, 2026 9:59 pmEnergy Storage NewsWhen it makes sense to use flow batteries over Li-ion for LDES BESS
While Li-ion batteries, especially lithium iron phosphate (LFP), are favoured for a lot of BESS, there comes a point where flow batteries become the more economically viable choice. For …
Greens, tribes lobby Minnesota leaders to stop mining near Boundary WatersApril 22, 2026 9:30 pmE&E NewsJust days after Congress lifted a mining ban near Minnesota’s Boundary Waters, tribes and environmental leaders gathered in Minneapolis to launch a new watershed protection initiative and urge state lawmakers and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz to stop the …
Ggoobi Woos Investors from the United KingdomApril 22, 2026 9:25 pmUBC - Uganda Broadcasting CorporationThe Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury Ramathan Ggoobi has invited investors from the United Kingdom to partner, invest and prosper with Uganda.
Dr. Ggoobi made the remarks at the Mining and Energy luncheon organised by the Uganda High …
Mineral exploration company wins WSIB health and safety awardApril 22, 2026 8:40 pmSNnewswatchSafety is "a lot of work by a lot of people on staff" at Thunder Bay-based Bayside Geoscience Inc.
THUNDER BAY — A corporate culture focused on safety has won provincial recognition for a growing mineral exploration company headquartered in …
President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique pivots to investment on state visit to ChinaApril 22, 2026 7:26 pmMacao NewsPresident Daniel Chapo of Mozambique met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, China on Tuesday. The occasion marked the Mozambican leader’s inaugural state visit to China, timed to coincide with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between …
Lynas posts 115% revenue increaseApril 22, 2026 4:11 pmThe Australian Mining ReviewBoyne smelter secured to 2040
Rio Tinto (ASX: RIO) and the Federal and Queensland Governments will invest $2b to secure the future of the Boyne aluminium smelter in Gladstone.The agreement secures future aluminium production at the smelter until at least …
MP calls battery storage plan for Heath Common ‘environmental vandalism'April 22, 2026 3:29 pmWakefield ExpressAn MP has described plans to install a battery energy storage system (BESS) near to a city beauty spot as “environmental vandalism”.
Jon Trickett urged a planning inspector to reject proposals for the facility at Heath Common, in Wakefield, as he spoke …
Sand dunes, mountains and moonscapes converge in Chile’s Atacama DesertApril 22, 2026 1:11 pmThe Globe and MailOpen this photo in gallery:Nayara Alto Atacama hotel, Chile, a luxury resort that blends into its surrounding rock formations.Brice Ferre/Nayara Resorts
Confession: It never occurred to me, until I was in my fifth decade, that flamingos can fly.
I knew …
EU Reviews Four Brazil Critical Mineral Projects as Lithium and Rare Earth Race IntensifiesApril 22, 2026 12:33 pmThe Rio TimesKey Points
—The European Union is now formally reviewing four Brazil critical mineral projects across lithium, rare earths and nickel, following the Hannover Messe bilateral cooperation agreement signed by President Lula and German Chancellor Friedrich …
Gas spikes and geopolitics: Why the ‘Lithium Valley’ dream is charging back to lifeApril 22, 2026 12:22 pmImperial Valley Press - CaliforniaLOS ANGELES — When Professors Chris Benner and Manuel Pastor published Charging Forward in late 2024, they envisioned a steady, policy-driven climb toward a green energy future. They didn't account for a legislative “sledgehammer” followed by a global …
How circularity can secure Europe’s critical raw materials future — Ahmad IbrahimApril 22, 2026 12:18 pmMalay MailAPRIL 22 — The circular economy is gaining traction worldwide. This is driven by global concerns on climate and material shortages. New rulings on decarbonisation call for the adoption of effective emission reduction practices in businesses. But a bigger …
Here are the latest growth forecasts for the Wesfarmers share priceApril 22, 2026 12:00 pmThe Motley Fool AustraliaFree Article You’re reading a free article with opinions that may differ from The Motley Fool’s Premium Investing Services. Become a Motley Fool member today to get instant access to our top analyst recommendations, in-depth research, investing resources, …
10 Best European Stocks to Buy According to AnalystsApril 22, 2026 11:03 amInsider MonkeyIn this article, we will discuss 10 Best European Stocks to Buy According to Analysts.
When it comes to European stocks and foreign equities, billionaires and hedge fund managers often see something the broader market overlooks: value hiding in plain …
ASX slides 1pc as Cochlear spill spreadsApril 22, 2026 10:30 amTownsville BulletinIt was the ASX's worst day in at least three weeks, with the S&P/ASX 200 dropping 1.18%. Nasty.
ASX benchmark sinks 1.18% in steady arvo slide Healthcare smashed (-6%) as Cochlear sell-off hits sector Banks and energy weak, outweighing gains in …
Why China is backing nuclear fuel rod production in NamibiaApril 22, 2026 10:14 amSouth China Morning PostChina is backing Namibia’s bid to move beyond raw material exports by supporting the domestic processing of critical minerals and uranium.
In a joint communique issued on Friday following talks in Beijing between Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his …
Newest legal action against CleanTech ‘will not impact operations or plans’April 22, 2026 9:55 amMining WeeklyAim-listed CleanTech Lithium has advised of another related criminal complaint against itself and its subsidiaries CleanTech Laguna Verde and Atacama Salt Lakes, filed by the Laguna Verde vendors to a local court in the Atacama region, in Chile.
The new …
Skillings Mining Intelligence: The $1.5B Uranium Consolidation & Peru’s Copper InjectionApril 22, 2026 9:39 amSkillings Mining Review - FloridaBy Penny Langford
The global mining sector entered the third week of April 2026 with a series of high-stakes maneuvers that underscore a deepening urgency across the critical minerals supply chain. From a massive $1.5 billion consolidation in the uranium …
Copper Price Forecast 2026: Why Chinalco’s Massive Copper Play Matters Right NowApril 22, 2026 9:39 amSkillings Mining Review - Florida2026 Lithium Power Map : Early Access Open ($59) | Get the latest sector data and secure your copy here: https://skillings.short.gy/LithiumPreSale
By Penny Langford
The global copper market is entering a period of structural transformation that …
The US Claims to Be Helping the DRC, but It’s All About Mineral ControlApril 22, 2026 9:38 amTruthdigKINSHASA, Congo — The minute the sun rises in Kinshasa, the streets come alive to the rhythm of a ubiquitous informal economy. Street vendors hustle in order to afford the ever-increasing cost of living. Food staples, transportation and fuel are all …
Peru’s Tía María Permit Revoked: A $1.8 Billion Warning for Copper InvestorsApril 22, 2026 9:38 amSkillings Mining Review - Florida2026 Lithium Power Map : Early Access Open ($59) | Get the latest sector data and secure your copy here: https://skillings.short.gy/LithiumPreSale
By Stan Richards
Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines has moved to revoke Southern Copper’s permit …
Copper M&A Frenzy: How Hudbay and Lundin are Positioning for the AI Infrastructure BoomApril 22, 2026 9:38 amSkillings Mining Review - Florida2026 Lithium Power Map : Early Access Open ($59) | Get the latest sector data and secure your copy here: https://skillings.short.gy/LithiumPreSale
By Penny Langford
The global mining landscape in April 2026 is dominated by a singular, frantic …
Why you should hold on to your old smartphoneApril 22, 2026 9:31 amMashable SE AsiaI once had a manager who would run out on the first day a new iPhone was available, then show off his shiny new toy to all his underlings — who felt forced to ooh and ahh over its capabilities.
But I took the opposite path, holding onto my smartphones …
Why a Feminist and Just Energy Transition Is the Only Way Out of the Climate CrisisApril 22, 2026 9:10 amCommon DreamsWars, invasions, blockades, and genocide from Venezuela and Iran to Palestine have ripped the curtain off the inherent volatility and violence of the fossil energy system. We need a rapid and just scale-up of socially controlled renewables to end the era …
US companies eye Congo mining assets, including Rubaya, says state department officialApril 22, 2026 7:58 amSunday WorldUS companies are showing "significant" interest in Democratic Republic of Congo mining assets, including the rebel-held Rubaya area, a State Department official said, adding that investments in that area will have to align with Washington-led …
Nasarawa Government, MTN Partner To Digitise Secretariat, Mining OperationsApril 22, 2026 7:54 amArise NewsNasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule is exploring a partnership with MTN Nigeria aimed at transforming service delivery, improving management of the state’s solid minerals sector, and enhancing digital connectivity across government operations.
This …
Channel Seven’s Spotlight dug for dirt on renewable energy. Here’s what they left outApril 22, 2026 7:01 amThe GuardianChildren sieve mud, workers drop down claustrophobic hand-cut mine shafts, men grimace while others carve out rock with chisels in bare feet to recover cobalt “for our renewable green dream”.
These were the dramatic scenes from the Democratic Republic of …
In a B.C. industrial zone, a new link forged in Canada’s crucial lithium supply chainApril 21, 2026 11:33 pmConstructConnectDELTA, B.C. — Nestled in a series of unassuming industrial buildings in Delta, B.C., among companies specializing in plumbing supplies, ladders and fitness equipment, sits North America’s first electrochemical lithium refining facility.
It’s an unlikely …
In Angola, Catholic Church steps in to give a voice to mining-affected communitiesApril 21, 2026 11:24 pmOSV News45
LUANDA, Angola (CNS) — When more than 100 villagers’ homes were torn down because they sat atop mineral-rich land, it was the Catholic Church that went to court.
The case, brought by a commission of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São …
Ghana Chamber of Mines rejects IEA ‘colonial relic’ tag, defends mining fiscal frameworkApril 21, 2026 10:21 pmGhana MMAThe Ghana Chamber of Mines (GCB) has pushed back strongly against recent assertions by the Institute of Economic Affairs that described the country’s mining fiscal framework as a “royalty-based regime” and a “colonial relic,” insisting that Ghana operates …
Agnico Eagle Finland: $3.8B Triple-Acquisition and CLGB OutlookApril 21, 2026 8:06 pmSkillings Mining Review - Florida2026 Lithium Power Map : Early Access Open ($59) | Get the latest sector data and secure your copy here: https://skillings.short.gy/LithiumPreSale
By Penny Langford
HELSINKI, Finland : In a move that fundamentally reshapes the European gold …
Mangrove launches North America’s first commercial lithium refining facilityApril 21, 2026 5:51 pmMining WeeklyPrivate, venture-backed Canadian company Mangrove Lithium has opened North America’s first commercial lithium refining facility, in British Columbia.
This marks a major milestone in establishing a secure, domestic lithium supply chain for Canada and the …
Andrada secures $11m to accelerate growthApril 21, 2026 5:51 pmMining WeeklyNamibia-focused Andrada Mining has successfully completed a private placement with strategic investors, raising $11-million (£8.1-million) before expenses through the placing of 226.34-million ordinary shares.
“The completion of this placement with some …
Rio Tinto flags possible supply chain risks, posts higher Q1 iron-ore salesApril 21, 2026 5:43 pmMining WeeklyMiner Rio Tinto warned on April 21 of limited visibility on the effects of the Middle East war on its supply chains in the second half of the 2026 financial year, but stronger production from its Pilbara operations boosted first-quarter iron ore sales in …
Lithium Ionic advises of four resignations in the ‘best interest’ of the companyApril 21, 2026 5:41 pmMining WeeklyTSX-V-listed Lithium Ionic has announced its directors David Gower, Lawrence Guy and Hélio Diniz have resigned effective immediately.
The company’s corporate secretary Damian Lopez also tendered his resignation.
The individuals concerned decided to step …
Gold remains a safe-haven investment – HeraeusApril 21, 2026 5:39 pmMining WeeklyThroughout history, gold has been seen as a safe-haven asset, although recent price movements have not been what might be expected, metals refinery services provider Heraeus says.
In its latest ‘Precious Appraisal’ report, Heraeus notes that, to date this …
Northwestern Ontario mining leaders honoured at annual awards ceremonyApril 21, 2026 2:29 pmCanadian Mining JournalThe Northwestern Ontario Prospectors Association presented its top honours to industry standouts during an April 8 ceremony in Thunder Bay, Ontario recognizing exceptional contributions to the region's mineral exploration sector. Northern Ontario …