
BHP Rides Iron Ore and Copper Strength, But Nickel Pain and China's Shadow Loom
Mining giant posts record output, sees steady Chinese demand and rising India interest, yet faces nickel impairments and ASX volatility.
Aug 18, 20261 views

Mining giant posts record output, sees steady Chinese demand and rising India interest, yet faces nickel impairments and ASX volatility.

Aluminum tops $4,000, silver and tin surge as LME spreads flash tightness and US critical minerals policy adds fuel to a historic commodity rally.

Precious metals climb for a third day on geopolitical optimism, but central bank policy remains the real driver behind the bullion bid.