Gold price prediction for May 2026 points to near-term volatility from dollar strength, rate fears, and geopolitical risk gold, but technical support levels suggest a potential breakout setup here are 3 gold stocks to watch for investors weighing buy gold or gold stocks in a gold investment strategy 2026. ...Read More
Oil prices spike on Middle East tensions and Hormuz disruptions push gold under pressure, but analysts see a potential gold buy the dip setup for long-term investors seeking gold safe haven investment in 2026. ...Read More
With mortgage resets spiking payments by $1,500-$2,500/month for many homeowners, private debt at 216% of GDP, and productivity in freefall, Canada faces a potential 2026-2027 economic winter. Yet the resource and mining sector long suppressed by policy could emerge as a relative bright spot amid the debris. ...Read More
In a wide-ranging Top of Mine interview, TheTechnicalTraders.com CEO Chris Vermeulen explains why he focuses on price and trend over headlines, remains long-term bullish on precious metals, and sees a potential final equity rally before a broader reset creating both risks and opportunities for Canadian mining stocks. ...Read More
From Hard Hats to Hard Rock: Canada's Mining Labour Shortage 2026 Creates a Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity to Redeploy Skilled Construction Workers into High-Paying BC Mining Jobs and Critical Minerals Careers ...Read More
As the world's largest independent commodity trader and a top producer of copper, zinc, cobalt, nickel, and other critical metals, Glencore wields unmatched end-to-end influence over supply, pricing, and logistics. ...Read More
In the April 28, 2026 Spring Economic Update, Ottawa claimed fiscal improvement driven by oil windfalls, yet analyst Richard Diaz argues the numbers rely on unrealistic productivity assumptions, pension accounting tricks, and continued deficit spending. With a proposed "Canadian Strong Fund" that is actually debt-financed, Canada risks deepening its productivity crisis, soaring debt servicing costs, and capital flight. ...Read More
As Trump-Putin alignment signals the end of the post-1949 transatlantic order, the UAE's exit from OPEC cracks the 1971 Kissinger-British Empire financial architecture, and the new US Office of Strategic Capital revives American System production credit, Canada a Commonwealth nation and major critical minerals exporter faces profound shifts in capital flows, energy pricing, and friend-shoring opportunities for its TSX-listed mining companies. ...Read More
In Episode 239 of The Loonie Hour, hosts Rich, Keith, and Steve deliver a sharp critique of the federal government's "Canada Strong Fund" proposal, arguing it misuses the sovereign wealth fund label while highlighting risks of political interference, crony capitalism, and further debt accumulation. The episode also covers the spring economic update, housing market overexposure, Bank of Canada policy, and positive energy sector signals. ...Read More
Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN) shares have weakened amid broader mining sector pressures and analyst target adjustments, yet the company's tier-one assets, robust 2026 production ramp-up, and exposure to global copper demand position it as a compelling long-term opportunity in undervalued mining stocks. ...Read More
Ivanhoe Mines has achieved three major development milestones at its Platreef project in South Africa, including the successful delivery and opening of Shaft #3. These advancements relieve pressure on Shaft 1, enable Phase 2 concentrator startup, and accelerate the project toward full production capacity. ...Read More
Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN) will publish its Q1 2026 financial results after market close on Tuesday, May 6, 2026, followed by a live investor conference call and webcast on Wednesday, May 7, 2026. With record copper production momentum at Kamoa-Kakula and strong global copper market outlook, the upcoming Ivanhoe Mines earnings report is expected to be closely watched by investors. ...Read More
Ivanhoe Electric's advanced Santa Cruz Copper Project in Arizona is positioned to deliver domestic refined copper cathode starting in 2028, supporting American supply chain independence, energy transition metals demand, and national security. Executive Chairman Robert Friedland has emphasized its strategic importance in recent high-level discussions. ...Read More
From the Voisey's Bay discovery to building Ivanhoe Mines into a copper powerhouse and pioneering pulse-power innovations through iPulse, Robert Friedland has repeatedly identified transformative opportunities in mining and technology. His latest insights on the copper supercycle and energy solutions offer timeless lessons for investors navigating copper investment opportunities. ...Read More
From a hippie-turned-geologist who discovered one of the greatest nickel deposits of the 20th century to the billionaire driving Ivanhoe Mines' world-class copper projects, Robert Friedland has shaped the modern mining industry. In a recent speech, he laid out a bold roadmap for the critical minerals supercycle and the technologies needed to meet it. ...Read More
Chile remains the world's largest copper producer, but Zambia is rapidly expanding with record 2025 output and ambitious targets to triple production by 2031. A head-to-head look at geology, policy, operators, costs, and risks to determine who is best placed to lead the next copper cycle. ...Read More
Zambia produced a record 890,346 tonnes of copper in 2025. While Western (especially Canadian) majors dominate key producing assets, Chinese firms have significant investments and infrastructure influence. A balanced look at ownership, production shares, and the geopolitical contest over Zambia's copper resources. ...Read More
Zambia's record 890,346 tonnes of copper in 2025 and aggressive 2026 expansion plans position the country to become a key contributor to global supply. Here are the top copper stocks benefiting from this growth, including major producers and high-upside explorers. ...Read More
Zambia's comprehensive mining sector reforms including the Minerals Regulation Commission Act and new local content regulations effective January 1, 2026 are delivering regulatory clarity, streamlined permitting, and renewed investor confidence while targeting over 1 million tonnes of copper in 2026 and 3 million tonnes by 2031. ...Read More
With a record 890,346 tonnes of copper produced in 2025 and ambitious targets to exceed 1 million tonnes in 2026, Zambia is emerging as one of the most compelling jurisdictions for copper investment. Major expansions, high-potential discoveries, and geopolitical tailwinds create significant Zambia copper investment opportunities amid strong future copper demand. ...Read More