Brokers issue new price targets on soaring ASX 200 mining sharesJanuary 16, 2026 3:53 amThe Motley Fool AustraliaPlenty of ASX 200 mining shares have hit multi-year highs over the past fortnight as several key commodity prices continue to soar. Some commodities have risen by more than 25% and even up to 70% over the past month alone. This has led to many brokers …
Mining momentum: 2 ASX stocks that could surprise investors this JanuaryJanuary 16, 2026 3:39 amThe Motley Fool AustraliaMining stocks are back in the spotlight as 2026 gets underway, with strong copper prices and rising global demand driving momentum. Copper prices have pulled back slightly from recent record highs, but they remain historically elevated. Copper is trading …
Ioneer and Empire Announce Services Partnership for Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron ProjectJanuary 15, 2026 11:06 pmNevada Business MagazineReno, Nevada – Ioneer Ltd. (ASX: INR, Nasdaq: IONR) (Ioneer) and Empire Southwest, LLC (Empire), the Caterpillar dealer serving the service territory of Arizona, Nevada and parts of eastern California, today announced the signing of a Master Service …
Frontier Lithium Inc. signs process agreements with Deer Lake and Sandy Lake First NationsJanuary 15, 2026 10:10 pmCanadian ManufacturingThese process agreements are intended to provide structure, transparency, and predictability as technical studies and permitting activities progress under the One Project, One Process framework. GREATER SUDBURY — Frontier Lithium Inc. announced on Jan. 15 …
European Lithium reports ‘outstanding’ rare earth continuity at...January 15, 2026 10:01 pmProactive AustraliaEuropean Lithium Ltd (ASX:EUR, OTCQB:EULIF) has reported a strong opening set of assay results from its 2025 diamond drilling program at the Tanbreez Rare Earths Project in southern Greenland, reinforcing the scale, continuity and multi-commodity nature of …
Brazil's Labor Ministry Shuts Down Waste Piles at the Country's Largest Lithium MinerJanuary 15, 2026 9:11 pmFolha de Sao PauloBrazil’s Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE) has confirmed the shutdown of three of the five waste and overburden piles operated by Sigma Lithium, the country’s largest lithium miner, effectively halting its mining operations. The structures, located in …
Frontier Lithium advances PAK project with Indigenous agreements and 1P1P frameworkJanuary 15, 2026 8:26 pmCanadian Mining JournalFrontier Lithium has entered into process agreements with Deer Lake First Nation and Sandy Lake First Nation. The agreements aim to advance project permitting processes for potential all-season road access, and the potential construction and operation of a …
Where do plans stand for Carolina Lithium mine project in Gaston County?January 15, 2026 8:03 pmWSOC 9 - North CarolinaGASTON COUNTY, N.C. — Plans for a massive Gaston County lithium mine appear to still be in the public approvals phase and could remain there for the forseeable future.
Elevra Lithium — formed out of the merger of Belmont-based Piedmont Lithium and …
Brazil shuts down Sigma Lithium waste piles over safety concernsJanuary 15, 2026 7:42 pmWIFC - WisconsinBy Fabio Teixeira
RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan 15 (Reuters) – Brazil’s Labor Ministry has shut down three waste piles at Sigma Lithium’s flagship mine in the state of Minas Gerais, citing a “grave and imminent” risk to workers and the local community, according to …
Lilac & Traxys: US Lithium Production to Boost ManufacturingJanuary 15, 2026 7:09 pmManufacturing DigitalElectricity demand is growing faster than overall energy demand as electrification is growing around the world, according to the International Energy Agency.
These changes are altering supply chains, particularly in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, …
Ottawa investing up to US$65-million in B.C.-based Mangrove Lithium in critical minerals pushJanuary 15, 2026 6:35 pmThe Globe and MailOpen this photo in gallery:Lithium carbonate used in battery production, displayed at a mining expo in Shanghai, China, last year.Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
Ottawa is investing up to US$65-million into Canadian lithium processing company Mangrove Water …
Africa's mining agenda turns inwardJanuary 15, 2026 2:44 pmCNBC AfricaIn the face of a burgeoning global demand for critical minerals fueled by an ongoing energy transition, Africa's extensive mineral reserves stand out as significant assets. However, the focus has decisively shifted from merely possessing these …
Lithium Reclaims Its Role as a Critical Growth Metal as Miners Ramp Up Operations in 2026January 15, 2026 1:45 pmEIN PresswireNEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Market News Updates News Commentary - Lithium demand is picking up real momentum as electric vehicles and energy storage continue to scale globally. EVs remain the biggest driver, but what’s changing the story is …
CATL locks $17 billion battery material deal as lithium prices soarJanuary 15, 2026 1:16 pmESS NewsChina’s battery giant CATL has inked a deal for battery material supply as lithium prices continue to climb on the back of tightening inventories, mine production slowdowns, robust demand, and – most recently – China’s roll back of battery tax rebates.
On …
Legacy Lithium Enters Into Option Agreement for the Vent Copper PropertyJanuary 15, 2026 1:00 pmEIN PresswireCALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Legacy Lithium Corp. (the “Company” or “Legacy”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an option agreement (the “Option Agreement” with Geomap Exploration Inc. (“Geomap”) under which Legacy has …
Mining Deals Surge, But Majority Goes To Latin America, StudyJanuary 15, 2026 11:49 amBenzingaGlobal mining mergers and acquisitions are accelerating, and the trend has overwhelmingly targeted Latin America, according to McKinsey’s latest research. Of the roughly $30 billion in global mining M&A recorded in the first three quarters of the year, …
Century Lithium Appoints Dr. Cormac O’Laoire as Strategic AdvisorJanuary 15, 2026 8:31 amThe AssayCentury Lithium Corp. (TSXV: LCE, OTCQX: CYDVF, FRA: C1Z) has appointed Dr. Cormac O’Laoire as strategic advisor to support the company’s advancement of the Angel Island Project and its downstream strategy.
Dr. O’Laoire is a recognised expert in the …
Zimbabwe Posts Record US$16bn in Forex Inflows as Mining Drives ExportsJanuary 15, 2026 7:16 amMining ZimbabweZimbabwe generated its highest foreign currency earnings since independence after raking in more than US$16 billion in 2025, with mining once again anchoring the country’s export performance, Mining Zimbabwe can report.
By Ryan Chigoche
The milestone …
Portugal keen to launch lithium tender in 2026January 15, 2026 5:02 amTXFPortugal's government aims to launch a long-delayed tender for lithium prospecting licences this year, with a strategy to ensure local communities share in the benefits. Environment minister Maria da Graca Carvalho stated the administration is working …
5 ASX 200 mining stocks including Mineral Resources and BHP shares smashing new 52-week highs todayJanuary 15, 2026 4:25 amThe Motley Fool AustraliaImage source: Getty Images S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) mining stocks, including Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN) and BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) shares, are notching some new high-water marks today. The strong rally among the big Aussie miners comes …
Why ASX 200 lithium stocks like Liontown and Mineral Resources are making waves todayJanuary 15, 2026 4:25 amThe Motley Fool AustraliaFree Article
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Saudi Public Investment Fund plans to spin off mining firm ManaraJanuary 15, 2026 4:13 amZawyaRIYADH: Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund plans to spin off its mining investment firm Manara Minerals, the kingdom's mining minister said, as it seeks to revive its pursuit of investments abroad.
Saudi Arabia, in common with other Middle …
Avalon to Brief Stakeholders on North American Rare Earth and Lithium StrategyJanuary 15, 2026 3:33 amInvesting News NetworkAvalon Advanced Materials Inc. (TSX: AVL,OTC:AVLNF) (OTCQB: AVLNF) ("Avalon" or the "Company") is pleased to invite investors to a webinar on January 20, 2026, at 4:15 p.m. ET.
The event, hosted by RedChip Companies, will feature Avalon …
Australia is betting on a new ‘strategic reserve’ to loosen China’s grip on critical mineralsJanuary 15, 2026 2:09 amThe ConversationThe federal government has unveiled new details of its plan to create a A$1.2 billion critical mineral reserve.
Three minerals will initially be the focus: antimony, gallium and rare earths (a group of 17 different elements).
The details came as Treasurer …
Nigeria begins gold refining in Lagos as $600m lithium plant nears launchJanuary 15, 2026 1:24 amBusiness DayThe federal government says it has begun operations at a high-purity gold refinery in Lagos, marking Nigeria’s first major step toward refining precious metals locally instead of exporting them in raw form.
The development was disclosed on Tuesday in a …
Should you buy Mineral Resources shares for lithium exposure?January 14, 2026 10:20 pmThe Motley Fool AustraliaFree Article
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Stars align for Alaska's mining industryJanuary 14, 2026 9:56 pmNorth of 60 Mining NewsAs gold and silver prices climbed into uncharted territory, the energy and tech sectors demanded unprecedented quantities of minerals, and securing domestic supplies of those minerals was elevated to a national priority – mining companies, investors, and …
Lithium exploration to start in PortugalJanuary 14, 2026 5:42 pmThe Portugal NewsAccording to the Minister, the executive defined the basic principles of the national strategy for critical raw materials and mining about a year ago and is now working on its implementation, which is why the tender has not yet been launched.
“We promised …
Nigeria Pitches $600 Million Lithium, Gold to SaudisJanuary 14, 2026 5:06 pmNews Central TVNigeria has pitched its $600 million lithium processing plant and a series of gold refinery projects to Saudi investors as it seeks to attract foreign capital into its solid minerals sector and deepen cooperation in critical minerals.
The Minister of Solid …
Skillings Mining Review January 2026January 14, 2026 2:59 pmSkillings Mining Review - FloridaSkillings Mining Review January 2026 explores how the global mining industry is being reshaped by accelerating automation, workforce transformation, and intensifying competition for critical minerals. As geopolitical pressures, digital technologies, and …
Lithium mining's new problem: Fire risks and worker safety in battery-era miningJanuary 14, 2026 11:52 amGlobal Mining ReviewLithium is a critical element as the world transitions to clean energy. However, its flammable nature and fine particulate matter create serious fire and health hazards during mining and processing.
Lithium is among the most valuable elements of clean …
Gold refinery starts in Lagos as $600m lithium plant nears launchJanuary 14, 2026 10:29 amNairametricsThe Federal Government says it has commenced operations at a high-purity gold refining plant in Lagos.
This is according to a statement issued on Tuesday by Segun Tomori, media aide to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake.
Aside from …
Chinese firm defers US$1,8bn lithium mine acquisition dealJanuary 14, 2026 9:50 amZimbabwe IndependentLithium ore ... Several Chinese firms are involved in lithium mining in the country.
CHINA Natural Resources Inc has extended the deadline to complete its acquisition of a local lithium mine, valued at US$1,75 billion, to December 31, 2025, businessdigest …
Bell Potter names the ASX lithium stocks to buyJanuary 14, 2026 9:45 amThe 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, …
Kwara Crackdown: Security Forces Nab Saki Lithium Convoy In Ilorin OperationJanuary 14, 2026 9:41 amIlorinIn a major blow to illegal mining activities, the South-West Zonal Office of the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS) Kwara State Command, has intercepted seven trucks suspected of illegally …
Portugal keen to launch lithium prospecting tender in 2026January 14, 2026 8:17 amETAutoPortugal is set to launch a tender for lithium prospecting licenses this year. The government aims to involve local communities and ensure wealth stays within the country. Portugal's government hopes to launch a long-delayed tender for lithium …
Nigerian govt launches Lagos gold refinery, prepares $600m lithium processing plantJanuary 14, 2026 6:21 amDaily PostThe Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, on Tuesday emphasized that the establishment of lithium processing and gold refining facilities across Nigeria is positioning the country as a leading minerals hub in Africa and a key global …
Lithium prices charge up on China’s move to end export rebates from AprilJanuary 14, 2026 5:34 amThe Hindu Business LineBattery innovation for cleaner, greener, electric vehicles, lithium istock photo for BL
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Prices of electric vehicles (EV) battery raw material lithium are on the upswing since the beginning of this year, rising by 35 per cent as …
Top 10 Mining Trends to Watch in 2026January 14, 2026 5:33 amThe AssayAs the global mining industry navigates shifting demand, tightening supply, and accelerating technological change, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for investors, producers, and supply-chain stakeholders. Across major commodities, copper, gold, iron …
Lithium jumps above $US2000 for first time in two yearsJanuary 14, 2026 5:31 amFinancial ReviewLithium popped above $US2000 a tonne for the first time in more than two years this week as the explosive rally in the battery metal extends into the new year amid soaring demand from electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
Bell Potter is the latest …
Gold, lithium plants positioning Nigeria in Africa – AlakeJanuary 14, 2026 3:55 amBlueprint Newspapers LimitedB
The minister of solid minerals development, Dr Dele Alake, has affirmed that the establishment of lithium processing and gold refining plants across Nigeria is positioning the country as Africa’s leading minerals hub and a critical global partner in …
Strategic minerals fuel India’s renewable ambitionsJanuary 14, 2026 3:39 amThe Citizen (South Africa)India’s search for rare earths is opening a different kind of economic conversation with Africa.
Indo-African relations are being redefined as New Delhi forges partnerships with the continent to secure rare earth elements, the much-coveted metals crucial …