Copper

Energy Geopolitics

Congo Rebel Withdrawal Secures Battery Metals Supply After US Diplomatic Intervention

M23's retreat from strategic South Kivu positions demonstrates Washington's shift toward mineral-security diplomacy in African supply chains.

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Energy Markets

Iran Conflict Delivers Unexpected Margin Windfall to Chinese Copper Smelters Through Sulphuric Acid Shortage

Middle East disruption turns by-product revenue into primary profit driver, ending multi-month buying strike despite zero treatment charges.

8 min read ·