The global precious metals market is projected to grow from USD 640.20 billion in 2026 to USD 1,147.61 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 6.70%. Asia Pacific dominates with 39.01% volume share, while gold remains the largest segment. Growth is driven by demand in automotive catalysts, electronics, renewable energy, and hydrogen fuel cell technology. Key developments include strategic deals and corporate restructuring among major producers.

FNY Investment Advisers initiated a new $4.82 million position in Sibanye Stillwater, acquiring 429,100 shares. The mining company has seen significant stock performance, rising 221% over the past year, though currently experiencing a net loss.

Platinum is experiencing a remarkable rally, up 30% in June and over 50% year-to-date, driven by persistent market deficits and strong demand projections through 2029.

Several mid-cap stocks, including Bilibili, MARA Holdings, and ZEEKR Intelligent Technology, saw significant gains last week. The article highlights the top 8 mid-cap gainers and discusses the reasons behind their performance.

SQM, the world's second-largest lithium producer, reported a steep drop in Q4 2024 profit due to declining lithium prices. The company plans to reduce capital expenditures in 2025 as it expects lower average realized lithium prices compared to 2024.

The report discusses the growing importance of blockchain in the mining sector, with supply chain management being the main use case. It highlights the challenges and benefits of blockchain adoption, as well as the market size and growth forecasts.

United Lithium has commenced its 2024 exploration program across five properties in Finland, focusing on identifying lithium-bearing pegmatites. The company also provided an update on its Bergby project in Sweden, where recent drilling found pegmatites but low lithium grades.

Sibanye Stillwater Limited is actively restructuring and implementing cost-cutting measures. See why I rate SBSW stock as a buy today for the medium term.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Sibanye Stillwater sets out its ambitious goals for the year 2024. Click here to read my thoughts on SBSW stock and why I reaffirm my Buy rating.

U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling over 250 points on Friday. Shares of Argan, Inc. (NYSE: AGX) rose sharply during Friday’s session as the company reported better-than-expected results for its fourth quarter. Argan posted quarterly earnings of 89 cents per share, beating market estimates of 75 cents per share. The company’s quarterly sales came in at $164.55 million, topping expectations of $161.60 million, according to data from Benzinga Pro. Argan, shares jumped 21.5% to $59.97 on Friday. Here are some other big stocks recording losses in today’s session. Globe Life Inc. (NYSE: GL) shares rose 17% to $57.28 amid volatility following a short ...