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Copper stocks are going to go crazy in the coming years. Good Copper Juniors are going to 10X easily. S&P Global Vice Chairman Daniel Yergin: "We'll need 50% more copper than we have today." Honestly, you don't need to be a genius to work out that without a lot more Copper, we can't have things like AI, Autonomous Vehicles, Rockets or Robotics. If you're bullish these sectors you must be bullish Copper.

ZIMBABWE'S SHOCKING MINERAL EXPORT BAN: LITHIUM CRISIS LOOMS Zimbabwe just dropped a bombshell on the global mining world, suspending all exports of raw minerals and lithium concentrates effective immediately—even those already in transit. This unexpected clampdown, aimed at curbing malpractices and boosting local processing, could reshape supply chains for critical battery materials. With Africa's largest lithium reserves at play, the ripple effects on electric vehicles and green tech might be massive, leaving investors and industries scrambling for answers. THE IMMEDIATE IMPACT ✅ The ban covers every raw mineral shipment, no exceptions, until further notice. ➡️ Originally set for lithium in 2027, it's now enforced right away to plug leaks and ensure accountability. ➡️ Zimbabwe exported 1.128 million tonnes of lithium concentrate in 2025 alone—up 11% from before—mostly to China. WHY NOW? THE GOVERNMENT'S PUSH ❌ Minister Polite Kambamura warns of "continued malpractices" in exports, prompting this urgent revie ➡️ The goal: Force companies to refine locally, adding value and keeping more wealth in Zimbabwe. ➡️ "Government remains committed to ensuring transparency, in-country value addition and beneficiation," the statement declares. KEY PLAYERS AND INVESTMENTS ➡️ Chinese giants like Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt and Sinomine are deeply invested, with Huayou's $400M plant already processing lithium sulphate. ➡️ Sinomine plans a $500M facility at Bikita mine, signaling big bets on Zimbabwe's reserves. ➡️ Mining drives 14.3% of GDP, second only to manufacturing—making this ban a high-stakes pivot. GLOBAL CONTEXT ➡️ As demand surges for rare earths in EVs, smartphones, and military gear, nations like Zimbabwe are tightening controls to secure their slice. ➡️ "Government expects cooperation of the mining industry on this measure which has been taken in the national interest." 🔄 Engagement with the industry is coming soon on new rules and the path forward. $SGML $BRW.V #LithiumBan #ZimbabweMining #GlobalSupplyChain #EVRevolution #ResourceNationalism #MiningNews