The Week That’s Done: A Mega Lithium Merger
May 14, 2023It’s not every week that the largest ever lithium deal gets inked–and more consolidation could be on the horizon. Meanwhile, Argentina wants to be a copper major, Australia wants to ride the hydrogen commodity boom, and Canada is struggling to monitor mining investments. Plus: A look at Rockwell Automation’s China footprint.
The Week That’s Done: Japan’s Green Hydrogen Bet
March 12, 2023Japan has recognized the strategic value of friendshoring since well before it became a buzz phrase—and a burgeoning Japan-Australia hydrogen partnership could offer lessons to other countries. Meanwhile, the US shale boom looks to be flagging, a new report raises aluminum alarms, and Europe’s China stance is hardening. Plus: Are we back to supply chain normality yet?
