Cobalt & Copper
30 shared events · Importance 8 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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Regulatory
Cobalt: Cobalt prices may be supported by the ban, as the DRC is the world's largest producer and the ban could tighten supply.
Copper: Copper prices rose to a multi-month high after the ban, reflecting supply concerns and potential price support.
Jun 08, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is a critical mineral found in the Hat Project, with recent market developments underscoring its long-term strategic value, especially for electrification.
Copper: Copper is one of the critical minerals found in the Hat Project, contributing to its strategic value and potential economic significance.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Cobalt: Critical for batteries; DRC's reserves are central to the project's focus.
Copper: Key mineral for energy transition; local processing could increase value capture for Zambia and the region.
Aug 10, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is a critical mineral being explored by Mink Ventures Corporation at its Warren and Montcalm projects, with significant mineralization found, indicating potential for future supply.
Copper: Copper is a critical mineral being explored by Mink Ventures Corporation at its Warren and Montcalm projects, with significant mineralization found, indicating potential for future supply.
Jun 18, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Cobalt: Cobalt is a critical mineral for batteries; African processing initiatives could impact supply chains.
Copper: Copper is central to the summit's focus; African value addition could influence global copper markets.
Aug 23, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Cobalt: Cobalt prices rose 130% due to DRC export restrictions; supply gap emerged.
Copper: Copper prices reached record highs; supply deficits expected through 2035; investment in copper rose 8%.
Jul 16, 2026 · 42 articles
Regulatory
Cobalt: Cobalt, of which DRC is the top producer, could face supply disruptions if miners reduce investment due to the new rule, impacting battery supply chains.
Copper: Copper, a key DRC export, may see supply uncertainty as miners adjust to new ownership rules, potentially affecting global copper prices.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
Regulatory
Cobalt: Commodity mentioned as part of Twin Metals Minnesota' proposed extraction. The executive order blocks such mining, impacting potential supply.
Copper: Commodity targeted by mining proposals. The executive order restricts copper mining in the watershed, potentially affecting supply and prices.
Aug 18, 2026 · 18 articles
Domestic
Cobalt: Another critical mineral in Zambia, attracting foreign investment. Its production is tied to the mining sector's growth.
Copper: Zambia's main export and driver of economic growth; the government aims to triple output, attracting investment and influencing global supply.
Aug 10, 2026 · 248 articles
International
Cobalt: Critical mineral for batteries; Congo accounts for over 70% of global production; demand surge may increase conflict risk.
Copper: Major producers include Zambia and Congo; essential for electrification; demand expected to grow.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
Cobalt: DRC is world's largest cobalt producer; outbreak disrupts US minerals partnership and may affect supply chains.
Copper: DRC is second-largest copper supplier; outbreak-related delays may impact mining investments.
Jul 06, 2026 · 410 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is mentioned as a critical mineral with by-product potential from the district's mineralization, contributing to Nord Precious Metals Mining's multi-metal recovery strategy.
Copper: Copper is mentioned as a critical mineral with by-product potential from the district's mineralization, contributing to Nord Precious Metals Mining's multi-metal recovery strategy.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is one of the target metals at the Portsoy Project; the survey results may indicate potential cobalt mineralization.
Copper: Copper is one of the target metals at the Portsoy Project; the survey results may indicate potential copper mineralization.
Jul 15, 2026 · 6 articles
Regulatory
Cobalt: A key metal found in polymetallic nodules, whose supply could be increased by deep-sea mining.
Copper: A key metal found in polymetallic nodules, whose supply could be increased by deep-sea mining.
Aug 06, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is the primary product of the refinery; successful production could impact cobalt supply and prices.
Copper: Copper is a potential future product from Electra's Idaho properties; not directly affected by this update.
Aug 18, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is part of the property name but not currently targeted; minimal impact.
Copper: Copper is the primary target mineral; the project's progress could contribute to future supply.
Jul 07, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is one of the strategic and critical metals that will be included in the exploration objectives of the Northern Nickel Corridor Project, as it is commonly associated with nickel deposits.
Copper: Copper is one of the strategic and critical metals that will be included in the exploration objectives of the Northern Nickel Corridor Project, as it is commonly associated with nickel deposits.
May 19, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is one of the metals TMC aims to produce, potentially affecting supply.
Copper: Copper is one of the metals TMC aims to produce, potentially affecting supply.
Jul 13, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Cobalt: Critical mineral; part of untapped reserves.
Copper: Critical mineral; part of untapped reserves.
Jul 31, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is a by-product in the nickel concentrate; its presence adds value but is not the main focus.
Copper: Copper is one of the target metals; positive testwork supports potential future supply but no immediate market impact.
Jul 27, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Cobalt: Japan is also seeking collaboration with Indian companies to explore Cobalt in Africa, indicating broader mineral diversification efforts.
Copper: Japan is also seeking collaboration with Indian companies to explore Copper in Africa, indicating broader mineral diversification efforts.
Mar 03, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt is one of the critical minerals that the NICO Project aims to produce, supporting the energy transition and new technologies.
Copper: Copper is one of the critical minerals that the NICO Project aims to produce, supporting the energy transition and new technologies.
Apr 08, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
Cobalt: Cobalt was detected in lake sediment sampling in Pecors lake, suggesting a nearby source and contributing to the multi-element potential of the Pecors Project.
May 13, 2026 · 7 articles
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