The Reasons Behind Elevating the Morningstar Medalist Rating

We’re making a change to the approach we use to assign Morningstar Medalist Ratings to funds starting in late October 2024. While we’ve been encouraged by the Medalist Ratings’ performance thus far, the change is aimed at further improving their predictiveness. That, in turn, should confer even better outcomes to investors who incorporate the Medalist […]
Gold Investors Benefit from Rate Cuts: Gains from ETFs and Increased Demand for Haven Assets

“We still likely have upside, as the dollar continues to weaken, interest rates are coming down and then there’s a healthy dose of geopolitical uncertainty that makes gold an attractive option for investors,” said Miskin, who is co-chief investment strategist at the fund. Robert Crayfourd, who co-manages the CQS Natural Resources Growth & Income fund […]
Kazakhstan’s Strategic Play: Elevating Its Role in the Global Electric Vehicle Battery Landscape

Kazakhstan is on the brink of becoming a major player in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle (EV) battery market, leveraging its rich natural resources to meet the growing global demand for critical metals. With strategic initiatives aimed at expanding production and processing capabilities, the nation is positioning itself as a reliable partner amidst geopolitical uncertainties […]
BHP Delays Nickel Supply as New Trading Platforms Face Challenges in Global Market

The global nickel market is witnessing a crucial crossroads as plans to launch two new trading platforms designed to rival the century-old London Metal Exchange (LME) stumble due to BHP’s recent operational adjustments in Australia. This situation presents an opportunity for both market reform and competition but also highlights the intricate ties between major producers […]
Alaska Energy Metals Partners with Colorado School of Mines
Alaska Energy Metals Corporation (AEMC) announced a partnership with the Colorado School of Mines and Virginia Tech to study the carbon sequestration potential of ultramafic rocks at its Eureka Deposit in Alaska. This innovative research, supported by an ARPA-E grant, aims to determine how carbon dioxide can be sequestered through the carbonation of mine tailings. […]
Tactical Resources Strengthens Position Amid Rare Earth
Tactical Resources Corp. (TSXV: RARE) has provided a corporate update regarding its Peak Project in response to recent shifts in the global rare earth elements (REE) supply chain due to China’s regulatory changes. The company aims to reduce reliance on Chinese exports by developing its U.S.-based REE resources. Tactical Resources’ Peak Project, strategically located near […]
Silica: Past, Present, and Future

Silica, also known as silicon dioxide (SiO2), is one of the most abundant compounds on Earth. This versatile material has been a cornerstone of human civilization for millennia, playing crucial roles in industries ranging from construction to cutting-edge technology. As we stand on the brink of new technological frontiers, silica continues to be an indispensable […]
VERSES Appoints Michael Blum as New Chair of The Board of
Jay Samit is stepping down as Chairman of VERSES AI Inc. to become Head of Global Partnerships, focusing on launching the company’s flagship product, Genius. Michael Blum has been appointed as the new Chairman. Samit aims to leverage his extensive experience and relationships to drive the product’s market deployment, aided by recent strategic investments and […]
Electrovaya Receives Initial Purchase Orders from Global Japanese Construction Equipment Manufacturer

Entry into a new market sector of construction vehicles and new geographical market of Japan Electrovaya Inc. (“Electrovaya” or the “Company”)(NASDAQ: ELVA; TSX: ELVA.TO), a lithium ion battery technology and manufacturing company, today announced the receipt of its first purchase orders for pre-production battery modules to be provided to a global Japanese headquartered manufacturer of […]
VERSES to Present Research at the 5th International
VERSES AI Inc., a cognitive computing company, announces its participation as the lead sponsor at IWAI, the largest conference on Active Inference, from September 9-11 in Oxford, UK. Led by Chief Scientist Professor Karl Friston, VERSES will showcase 12 scientific papers focused on advancing Active Inference’s capabilities, including applications in emotional intelligence and ethical development. […]