The national water regulator Ofwat has imposed a record £122.7 million penalty on Thames Water following two separate investigations into the company’s operations and dividend practices. The fine, which is the largest ever issued by the regulator, includes £104.5 million for serious failings in the company’s wastewater management and a…
Asia-Pacific stock markets concluded Wednesday’s trading session with a varied performance. Investors weighed the positive implications of US President Donald Trump’s decision to extend the deadline for imposing 50% tariffs on European Union imports against a backdrop of domestic economic data and corporate developments. While some regional bourses advanced, Indian…
Despite government’s attempts at diversification, the trend of increasing market concentration has persisted over the last year.The processing sector demonstrates this trend significantly, with China leading production for 19 of the 20 minerals analysed by the International Energy Agency. China holds a market share exceeding 35% for these minerals, averaging 70%.In…
The Schwab US Dividend ETF (SCHD) is often seen as one of the best income funds in the United States. This explains why its inflows continue rising, and currently stand at nearly $70 billion.The SCHD has had good total returns in the past few years, with its annual dividend growth…
Greenvale Energy (ASX:GRV) provides investors with a compelling entry point into the high-growth nuclear energy sector through its highly prospective uranium exploration projects. These are complemented by strategic assets with significant bitumen and renewable geothermal energy potential—all backed by a seasoned management team with a strong track record of delivering…
Cartier Resources Inc. (TSX-V: ECR) (‘ Cartier ‘ or the ‘ Company ‘) announces that at its annual general meeting of shareholders held on May 27, 2025, the following individuals were elected as directors of Cartier: Name Votes for % For Myrzah Tavares Bello 52,547,290 98.17 Philippe Cloutier 53,412,290 99.79…
British grocery inflation climbed to 4.1% in the four weeks to 18 May, the highest level in over a year, according to new figures from market researcher Kantar. The uptick reflects increased labour costs for supermarkets, following April’s national minimum wage hike and rising payroll taxes. While some categories like…
Larisa Sprott of Sprott Money and Argo shares her thoughts on the gold and silver markets, saying she sees the ‘smart money’ continuing to gravitate toward these metals. In her view, price dips present a chance to get in at lower levels. Securities Disclosure: I, Charlotte McLeod, hold no direct…
China’s largest gold miner, Zijin Mining Group (OTC Pink:ZIJMF,HKEX:2899,SHA:601899), is moving into precious metals streaming — a model that offers miners upfront cash in exchange for a share of future production. Through its Hong Kong-based subsidiary, Gold Mountains Asset Management, Zijin is rolling out China’s first streaming fund from a…
Premier David Eby has unveiled an ambitious plan to unlock billions in mining investments in Northwest BC, promising economic growth, environmental stewardship and meaningful partnerships with First Nations. Speaking to a crowd that included mining executives, First Nations representatives, conservation groups and business leaders, Eby laid out his government’s vision…