Author: Bullion Index
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US and Europe Drive Battery Manufacturing Surge Amid Energy Transition
The global energy transition is driving a surge in battery manufacturing investment on both sides of the Atlantic. The United States, currently outpacing Europe in this sector, is witnessing rapid growth fueled by government subsidies and policies like the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). In contrast, Europe has also been proactive in attracting battery manufacturing investments…
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Platinum Asset Management Revamps Team with Key Appointments
Platinum Asset Management recently announced a significant shake-up in its investment team, with co-chief investment officers Andrew Clifford and Clay Smolinski stepping down from their roles. Clifford, a seasoned professional with 31 years at Platinum and a former CEO, will transition to an investment mentorship position within the investment oversight group, relinquishing his CIO responsibilities…
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Copper’s Strategic Surge: Key Investments for Green Energy Growth
Investing in copper has long been considered a strategic move, reflecting the health of the global economy. As the world shifts towards electrification, copper’s significance has surged, attracting environmentally conscious investors. Known as Dr. Copper, this base metal ranks high in industrial consumption due to its exceptional ductility and conductivity, trailing only iron ore and…
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US Clean Energy Supply Chains Surge Post-Inflation Reduction Act
The Clean Investment Monitor report delves into the state of US clean energy supply chains in 2025, particularly focusing on the significant growth in manufacturing following the enactment of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Since the law came into effect, clean manufacturing investment has surged, driven primarily by the electric vehicle supply chain. The report…
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BHP Invests $25 Million in Cobre for Kitlanya Copper Exploration
BHP has struck a deal with Cobre to invest $25 million in exploring copper-silver deposits at the Kitlanya projects in Botswana. This investment targets Cobre’s Kitlanya East and Kitlanya West copper projects on the Kalahari Copper Belt’s basin margins. The agreement stems from Cobre’s involvement in the 2024 BHP Xplor program, which funded a seismic…
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Rhodium Group’s China Cross-Border Monitor: Unveiling Global Investments
The Rhodium Group’s China Cross-Border Monitor (CBM) is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at shedding light on China’s global investments and economic presence. Unlike traditional FDI statistics, which often fail to capture the full extent of China’s overseas investments due to various factors like tax strategies and capital controls, the CBM employs a transaction-based approach to…




