The global copper market presents a striking contradiction. We possess enough copper to sustain humanity for centuries, yet the industry constantly warns of looming deficits. The answer to this paradox lies in the massive gap between geological abundance and economic availability.

The third quarter of 2025 served as a definitive stress test for the silver sector. While the average realized silver price reached $40.81 per ounce, the narrative on the ground was one of complex operational discipline. Official company filings reveal a landscape where mid-tier miners are aggressively rewriting the supply table through massive M&A and expansions, while industry giants navigate the technical transitions of maturing mines.

The third quarter of 2025 was characterized by a significant disconnect between realized gold prices and production growth. While the average gold price reached $3,456 per ounce—a 40% increase over the same period in 2024—global mine production saw a more modest rise of 2%, totaling 977 tonnes according to World Gold Council data.

Q3 2025 proved challenging for the global copper industry. Strong demand from electrification and infrastructure met sharp supply-side disruptions. Output from the top 20 miners hit ~3.46 million tonnes, down ~4% quarter-over-quarter, per SMM data.

Tungsten (W) is the silent workhorse of the modern world. From deep-earth drilling to orbital mechanics, it is the material engineers turn to when everything else fails. But while the metal itself is unbreakable, its supply chain is not. This graphic visualizes the three "superpowers" of tungsten—and why a massive geopolitical imbalance has sent prices soaring. The Power of Tungsten: 3 Irreplaceable Traits Tungsten's value is anchored in physical extremes that make it non-neg

Copper is an essential metal for modern civilization. While often working behind the scenes, it is a fundamental component in everything from household wiring to advanced electronics. An analysis of its production over the last century reveals a compelling story. As the global population has grown, so has the demand for copper. More recently, however, its production trajectory has accelerated, reflecting a growing global need for connectivity, advanced technology, and new for

Gold reached a new milestone on October 8, 2025, trading above $4,000 per ounce for the first time. This new price level is drawing significant attention to the gold market and the producers who supply it.

Global copper production data for Q2 2025 is in, offering fresh insight into how the world’s largest miners are performing. This quarter’s rankings of the top 16 producers reveal a mix of recovery, resilience, and growth across the industry.

The copper production numbers for the first quarter of 2025 are in. In this article, we take a closer look at the top producers, standout performances, and year-over-year trends shaping the global copper industry.

Asia stands as the undisputed leader in global tin mine production, estimated to account for 55.7% of the world's total output in 2024, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Molybdenum production infographic (2024) Molybdenum may not be a household name, but this versatile metal plays a crucial role in the...

Copper Production infographic (1970-2024) This infographic illustrates the significant evolution of global copper production among the...

Zinc Production (tonnes), 1995 vs 2023 Zinc production has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past three decades. Between 1995...

Uranium Production, 1970-2022 (tonnes U) Uranium, the lifeblood of nuclear power, has seen its global production shift dramatically over...

Global rare earth element (REE) production reached approximately 350,000 metric tons in 2023. China maintained its dominance as the largest

The world's largest mining companies in 2022 and their respective shares of total global production.