Two of Australia’s largest lithium miners are assessing production increases following a powerful rally in prices. Mineral Resources lifted its full-year guidance and is studying a mine restart, while Liontown is eyeing a major expansion of its Kathleen Valley operation.
The world’s largest auto supplier, Bosch, has delayed its key profit target. Citing tough markets and intense competition, CEO Stefan Hartung indicated more workforce reductions are coming beyond the 18,500 already planned.
Apple is planning a major shift in its iPhone launch strategy. According to a new report, the company will split the iPhone 18 lineup across two separate launch windows in 2026 and 2027.
The launch date for Samsung’s next flagship phones is out. Tipster Evan Blass leaked the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 invite, pointing to a late February event.
The Galaxy S27 Ultra is rumored to break from the pack, reportedly securing a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chip. This exclusive chip would be manufactured on Samsung’s own 2nm process, a major win for its foundry business.
Dow Chemical is cutting 4,500 jobs, about 12.5% of its workforce, and is pointing to AI automation as a key driver. The initiative, called “Transform to Outperform,” aims for $2 billion in EBITDA improvement by 2028.
Europe’s reliance on Chinese rare earths is a critical vulnerability. With a U.S.-led summit on February 4th, the pressure is on for the EU to find a solution.
USA Rare Earth’s stock is skyrocketing after announcing a major deal with the U.S. government. The agreement includes a massive loan and funding package in exchange for an equity stake, accelerating domestic rare earth production.
China is opening up 14 futures and options products, including nickel and lithium carbonate, to foreign investment. The move is a direct play for more influence over global commodity prices, which are currently set in London, Singapore, and New York.
Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Neom megaproject is being significantly downsized after a year-long review. The futuristic centerpiece, The Line, will be radically scaled back as the focus shifts to data centers and industrial sectors.
