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Silver

Silver’s Strategic Shift: USGS Designation and a Massive Supply Deficit Reshape the Precious Metals Landscape

As of early February 2026, the global silver market has officially transitioned from a speculative precious metal into one of the world's most vital industrial commodities. Following a landmark decision by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to add silver to its Critical Minerals List (CML), the metal

Copper

Copper Elevated to Critical Mineral Status: A Strategic Imperative for the Green Transition

Washington D.C. – November 12, 2025 – In a landmark decision poised to reshape global commodity markets and industrial policy, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) officially added copper to its critical minerals list on November 7, 2025. This designation underscores copper's indispensable role in both national security and