With just days left before steep new tariffs on copper imports take effect in the US, at least four cargo ships are accelerating deliveries to American ports in a last-minute rush to avoid hefty duties, Mining Weekly reports.

23 July

US copper imports surge ahead of looming 50% tariffs on August 1

Glencore's Australian copper mines nears closure — Bloomberg

Glencore will shutter its last two copper mines in Mount Isa, Queensland next week. While the mines, operational for over 60 years, will close due to declining ore quality, a final decision remains pending on whether to also close the nearby copper smelter and Townsville processing facilities.

23 July

Glencore's Australian copper mines nears closure — Bloomberg

Solana's market cap surpasses $100 billion

Solana’s price has surged past $200, hitting levels not seen since February 2025, while its market cap has now surpassed $100 billion. This major rally is fueled by increasing developer activity and the rapid expansion of the SOL ecosystem.

23 July

Solana's market cap surpasses $100 billion

Ali Martinez anticipates rapid growth of XRP price

XRP has shown a significant rise in price of around 80% over the past month. Although the current price of XRP is about 10% below its all-time high reached in 2018, renowned analyst Ali Martinez has an optimistic outlook on its further dynamics.

23 July

Ali Martinez anticipates rapid growth of XRP price

Bank of Japan may raise rates this year — Reuters poll

A Reuters survey indicates most economists expect the Bank of Japan to increase interest rates by at least 25 basis points before year-end. However, mounting uncertainty from global trade tensions could complicate this move.

23 July

Bank of Japan may raise rates this year — Reuters poll