battery metals

At the PDAC 2026 Investment Leaders Forum, Rick Rule argued investors may be entering a rare period when precious metals and industrial commodities advance together. He tied the setup to governments devaluing currencies and decades of underinvestment in mining exploration and broader industrial supply. Rule said the US dollar could lose up to 75% of its purchasing power over the next decade, a backdrop that could lift the nominal price of gold and reprice hard assets. His framework is to build a conservative base first, then add selective higher-risk positions where the market shows hate or boredom. [more]

We have written a 53-page Industry Report on “Royalty and Streaming Companies: A Low-Risk Path to Mining Exposure”. The report highlights the mining royalty and streaming sector as it has become an increasingly attractive investment avenue for those seeking exposure to the mining industry. Royalty and streaming companies generate revenue by providing upfront capital in exchange for a percentage of future mine production or revenue. This business model allows them to benefit from long-term mine production without incurring the high costs and uncertainties associated with direct mine operations. This report explores the industry landscape, recent developments, and an overview of 18 companies shaping this sector. Sailfish Royalty Corp. (TSXV: FISH) is a featured company in the report. Other companies include Franco-Nevada (TSX: FNV), Royal Gold (NASDAQ: RGLD), Sandstorm Gold (TSX: SSL), and Wheaton Precious Metals (TSX: WPM). [more]

In this short video, Chris Thompson of eResearch discusses the manganese market, highlighting its essential use in steel production and the burgeoning demand from the EV battery sector. The report categorizes 23 manganese-focused companies from explorers to producers and spotlights Elcora Advanced Materials’ (TSXV: ERA) mining projects in Morocco. We explore how this critical metal is set to face supply challenges amidst soaring demand. Learn why manganese companies are attracting investment interest and how companies like Elcora are strategically positioning themselves in this rapidly evolving market. Download our full 31-page report to uncover the dynamic future of manganese. [more]

We have written a 31-page Industry Report on “Manganese Supply Deficit Looms as Demand from Alloys and EV Batteries Increase – Your Guide to Understanding and Investing in Manganese Companies”. This comprehensive report delves into the burgeoning manganese market, spotlighting its critical role in steel production and the rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) battery sector. With nearly 90% of global manganese used in steelmaking and a surge in demand from the EV industry, a potential supply deficit looms as early as 2024. The report examines key drivers of demand, including infrastructure projects and green economy commitments, alongside major manganese mines and producers. The report spotlights Elcora Advanced Materials (TSXV: ERA) with high-grade manganese projects in Morocco. [more]

We have updated our 18-page Industry Report on “Vanadium: Powering the Renewable Energy Revolution; Your Guide to Understanding and Investing in Vanadium Companies”. The report covers various aspects of the Vanadium industry including Supply, Demand, Pricing, Uses for Vanadium, and includes a list of Vanadium mining companies, as well as highlights Currie Rose Resources (TSXV:CUI), an advanced, resource-stage company, with a vanadium project in Australia. [more]

In this short video, Chris Thompson of eResearch talks about its recent 18-page Industry Report on “Vanadium: Powering the Renewable Energy Revolution; Your Guide to Understanding and Investing in Vanadium Companies”. The interview covers various aspects of the Vanadium industry, as well as highlights Currie Rose Resources (TSXV:CUI), an advanced, resource-stage company, with a vanadium project in Australia. [more]

We have written an 18-page Industry Report on “Vanadium: Powering the Renewable Energy Revolution; Your Guide to Understanding and Investing in Vanadium Companies”. The report covers various aspects of the Vanadium industry including Supply, Demand, Pricing, Uses for Vanadium, and includes a list of Vanadium mining companies, as well as highlights Currie Rose Resources (TSXV:CUI), an advanced, resource-stage company, with a vanadium project in Australia. [more]

As the price of lithium continues to soar, Edison Lithium sets its sights on a maiden exploration program at the recently acquired lithium brine projects in Argentina. [more]