Why the Brazilian Government is Intensifying Pressure on the Oil and Gas Regulator
Why Brazil’s govt is stepping up pressure on the oil and gas watchdog Brazil’s government has been increasing pressure on oil and gas regulator ANP to speed up the development of the natural gas market. On Tuesday, during the Gas Week event in Brasília, mines and energy minister Alexandre Silveira urged the agency to fulfill […]
Impacts of the New Trump Tariffs on the Federal Reserve
As global markets plunge in the aftermath of the Trump administration’s sweeping new tariff plan and worries about a potential recession rise, investors are thinking the Federal Reserve may now move faster to cut interest rates. The shift has to do with the changing outlook for growth in the United States, according to analysts. While […]
Battery Metals Market Expansion Driven by Surging Demand
Battery Metals Market Growth Fueled by Soaring Demand The global landscape of the battery metals market is witnessing a transformative phase, driven by the advancing electric vehicle (EV) industry and a surge in demand from consumer electronics. The latest market assessment highlights the intricacies and growth potential of this sector, projecting it to scale from […]
What Distinguishes a Bear Market from a…
In the wake of US President Donald Trump’s trade war, stocks in Canada and around the globe have sold off sharply. Chances are you’re now seeing terms like “bear market” and “market correction” pop up with increasing frequency. From its peak on Feb. 18, the Morningstar US Market Index and the S&P 500 have fallen […]
LBMA Reports Increase in Gold Reserves at London Vaults in March
The London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) said on Monday that gold held in London vaults totalled 8,488 metric tons at the end of March, up 0.1% from the previous month, as outflows from London to New York slowed down after dislocation. The most active Comex gold futures’ premium over London spot prices narrowed last week […]
Financial Resources Accessible During Market Volatility
Financial resources available amid volatile stock market FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Wall Street saw wild swings on Monday as investors were left reeling after President Trump announced sweeping tariffs. The S&P 500 is now flirting with entering ‘Bear Market’ territory. That’s when stocks fall 20% from their peak. “When stock prices take a hit like […]
Performance Analysis of Canada’s Largest ETFs
Each month, we check in on the performance of the largest stock, bond, and active exchange-traded funds available for sale in Canada. The Morningstar US Market Index fell 5.96% during March and is up 14.17% over the past year. The Morningstar US Core Bond Index fell 0.04% last month and is up 11.63% over the […]
FPX Extends Exploration Alliance with JOGMEC
FPX Nickel Corp. has extended its Global Generative Exploration Alliance with the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC), transitioning to an open-ended joint venture focused on acquiring high-quality awaruite nickel properties. For the third year (April 2025 – March 2026), a budget of $1,500,000 has been allocated, with FPX funding 60% and JOGMEC […]
Mining Veteran Appointed Chief Development Officer at Patriot Battery Metals
Mining Veteran Joins Patriot Battery Metals as Chief Development Officer Vancouver Company Augments Leadership with Mining Executive Frederic Mercier-Langevin In a strategic move to bolster its executive team, Patriot Battery Metals Inc., a leading Canadian mineral exploration firm, has announced the appointment of Frederic Mercier-Langevin as its new Chief Development/Operating Officer (CDO/COO). His immediate involvement […]
Germany Considers Retrieving Its Gold Reserves from the United States
Stock image. Germany may look to repatriate the vast amount of gold it currently stores in New York amid concerns over US President Donald Trump’s unpredictable tariff policies, the Telegraph reported on Friday. The UK-based paper says that a number of senior figures within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party, which is slated to lead the […]