Basic Materials

Companies involved in the manufacture of chemicals, construction materials and paper products. It also covers businesses engaged in the exploration and processing of commodities. UK‑listed companies in this sector include Johnson Matthey plc, Croda International plc, CRH plc, Travis Perkins plc, DS Smith plc and Glencore plc.

Cora Gold reports processing optimisation at Sanankoro

Cora Gold Ltd has announced promising results from metallurgical tests at its Sanankoro Gold Project in Mali, aiming to optimise processing and reduce costs...

May 28, 2025

Elementis Plc sells Talc unit to IMI Fabi for $121m

Elementis plc has finalised the sale of its Talc business to IMI Fabi S.p.A for $121 million, signaling a strategic shift toward specialty chemicals...

May 27, 2025

Global investors fuel copper rally as dollar weakens

Copper prices are rising amid a softening US dollar, attracting global investors. This trend reflects broader economic dynamics and highlights copper's role as an economic bellwether...

May 23, 2025

Vanadium powers the green shift with Ferro-Alloy Resources

Discover how vanadium is transforming industries and driving sustainable solutions, with Ferro-Alloy Resources leading the charge in energy and construction innovation...

May 22, 2025

DynaResource unlocks gold reserves and profit surge

DynaResource is making headlines with a profitable quarter and significant gold reserves. Discover how strategic advancements are driving investor value and operational growth...

May 22, 2025

Rio Tinto Plc CEO Jakob Stausholm to step down

Rio Tinto Plc announces the upcoming departure of CEO Jakob Stausholm, who has led the company through strategic transformation and growth since 2021...

May 22, 2025

KEFI Gold and Copper raises £7m to advance Tulu Kapi Gold project

KEFI Gold and Copper Plc has successfully raised £7 million to advance its Tulu Kapi Gold Project in Ethiopia, following crucial parliamentary developments...

May 22, 2025

Endless opportunities in Mozambique’s graphite renaissance

Discover how Mozambique is transforming into a graphite powerhouse, with Tirupati Graphite leading the charge as a key player in the global energy-materials landscape...

May 21, 2025

Copper climbs on China stimulus and dollar drop

Copper prices are rising as a weakening US dollar and China's monetary easing converge, creating a bullish outlook for investors in the industrial metals market...

May 21, 2025

Copper climbs as dollar weakens and China steps in

Copper prices are surging as a weak dollar and China's economic support reshape the commodities market. Discover the implications for investors amid shifting supply and demand dynamics...

May 21, 2025

Cora Gold publishes 2024 Annual Report and AGM Notice

Cora Gold Ltd announces its 2024 Annual Report and 2025 AGM details, inviting shareholders to participate online or in-person for effective engagement...

May 21, 2025

Firering’s quicklime breakthrough fuels copperbelt expansion

Firering Strategic Minerals has launched quicklime production at its Limeco Project in Zambia, positioning itself as a vital supplier for the booming Central African Copperbelt...

May 20, 2025

DynaResource technical report validates 250000oz of gold and significant upside

DynaResource, Inc. unveils a promising S-K 1300 Technical Report for the San Jose de Gracia mine, revealing 250,000 gold ounces in Initial Mineral Reserves...

May 20, 2025

Tirupati Graphite Secures £4.5m funding Amid Renewed Investor Optimism (LON:TGR)

Tirupati Graphite plc has secured £4.5 million in subscriptions for its Convertible Notes, surpassing initial targets and paving the way for sustainable graphite production...

May 19, 2025

Gold rockets toward new highs as global economic fractures deepen

Gold is rising rapidly as investors seek safety amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, nearing the pivotal $3,228 mark as demand surges...

May 19, 2025

Cora Gold reports 2024 results as Sanankoro advances towards construction

Cora Gold Ltd (LON:CORA) announces its 2024 audited results, highlighting advancements in the Sanankoro Gold Project and upcoming 2025 AGM details...

May 19, 2025

Vanadium’s momentum builds as energy storage demand surges worldwide

Vanadium is reshaping energy storage, emerging as a key player in renewable transitions. Discover how its unique properties enhance grid-scale battery solutions and attract investor interest...

May 16, 2025

The gold miner redefining growth

DynaResource is transforming junior gold mining success in Mexico's Sierra Madre, combining disciplined operations with impressive growth and community investment...

May 16, 2025

Fresnillo Plc sells majority of stake in MAG Silver

Fresnillo plc is realigning its strategy by selling most of its MAG Silver shares. This move supports its focus on the highly successful Juanicipio mine...

May 16, 2025

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Basic Materials

Cora Gold reports processing optimisation at Sanankoro

Cora Gold Ltd has announced promising results from metallurgical tests at its Sanankoro Gold Project in Mali, aiming to optimise processing and reduce costs...

May 28, 2025

Elementis Plc sells Talc unit to IMI Fabi for $121m

Elementis plc has finalised the sale of its Talc business to IMI Fabi S.p.A for $121 million, signaling a strategic shift toward specialty chemicals...

May 27, 2025

Global investors fuel copper rally as dollar weakens

Copper prices are rising amid a softening US dollar, attracting global investors. This trend reflects broader economic dynamics and highlights copper's role as an economic bellwether...

May 23, 2025

Vanadium powers the green shift with Ferro-Alloy Resources

Discover how vanadium is transforming industries and driving sustainable solutions, with Ferro-Alloy Resources leading the charge in energy and construction innovation...

May 22, 2025

DynaResource unlocks gold reserves and profit surge

DynaResource is making headlines with a profitable quarter and significant gold reserves. Discover how strategic advancements are driving investor value and operational growth...

May 22, 2025

Rio Tinto Plc CEO Jakob Stausholm to step down

Rio Tinto Plc announces the upcoming departure of CEO Jakob Stausholm, who has led the company through strategic transformation and growth since 2021...

May 22, 2025

KEFI Gold and Copper raises £7m to advance Tulu Kapi Gold project

KEFI Gold and Copper Plc has successfully raised £7 million to advance its Tulu Kapi Gold Project in Ethiopia, following crucial parliamentary developments...

May 22, 2025

Endless opportunities in Mozambique’s graphite renaissance

Discover how Mozambique is transforming into a graphite powerhouse, with Tirupati Graphite leading the charge as a key player in the global energy-materials landscape...

May 21, 2025

Copper climbs on China stimulus and dollar drop

Copper prices are rising as a weakening US dollar and China's monetary easing converge, creating a bullish outlook for investors in the industrial metals market...

May 21, 2025

Copper climbs as dollar weakens and China steps in

Copper prices are surging as a weak dollar and China's economic support reshape the commodities market. Discover the implications for investors amid shifting supply and demand dynamics...

May 21, 2025

Cora Gold publishes 2024 Annual Report and AGM Notice

Cora Gold Ltd announces its 2024 Annual Report and 2025 AGM details, inviting shareholders to participate online or in-person for effective engagement...

May 21, 2025

Firering’s quicklime breakthrough fuels copperbelt expansion

Firering Strategic Minerals has launched quicklime production at its Limeco Project in Zambia, positioning itself as a vital supplier for the booming Central African Copperbelt...

May 20, 2025

DynaResource technical report validates 250000oz of gold and significant upside

DynaResource, Inc. unveils a promising S-K 1300 Technical Report for the San Jose de Gracia mine, revealing 250,000 gold ounces in Initial Mineral Reserves...

May 20, 2025

Tirupati Graphite Secures £4.5m funding Amid Renewed Investor Optimism (LON:TGR)

Tirupati Graphite plc has secured £4.5 million in subscriptions for its Convertible Notes, surpassing initial targets and paving the way for sustainable graphite production...

May 19, 2025

Gold rockets toward new highs as global economic fractures deepen

Gold is rising rapidly as investors seek safety amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, nearing the pivotal $3,228 mark as demand surges...

May 19, 2025

Cora Gold reports 2024 results as Sanankoro advances towards construction

Cora Gold Ltd (LON:CORA) announces its 2024 audited results, highlighting advancements in the Sanankoro Gold Project and upcoming 2025 AGM details...

May 19, 2025

Vanadium’s momentum builds as energy storage demand surges worldwide

Vanadium is reshaping energy storage, emerging as a key player in renewable transitions. Discover how its unique properties enhance grid-scale battery solutions and attract investor interest...

May 16, 2025

The gold miner redefining growth

DynaResource is transforming junior gold mining success in Mexico's Sierra Madre, combining disciplined operations with impressive growth and community investment...

May 16, 2025

Fresnillo Plc sells majority of stake in MAG Silver

Fresnillo plc is realigning its strategy by selling most of its MAG Silver shares. This move supports its focus on the highly successful Juanicipio mine...