ASX market wrap for January 5, 2026. Australian shares finish flat as oil prices fall despite US action in Venezuela. Gold and materials lead gains while tech stocks retreat.
Lithium prices hit new cycle highs as ASX lithium stocks rally. Pilbara Minerals, IGO, Liontown, Core Lithium and Lake Resources surge as demand from China strengthens and spodumene prices rise sharply.
European Metals Holdings (ASX: EMH) secures up to €360m from the Czech Government for its Cinovec Lithium Project, marking a major milestone in EU supply-chain strategy. Full details, commentary and project insights.
Recce Pharmaceuticals (ASX:RCE) wins Family 4 patent in Hong Kong for RECCE® 327 and 529, expanding IP across Asia as Phase 3 trials continue in Indonesia. CEO James Graham explains the strategic importance and next steps.
ASX surged nearly 1% as Wall Street momentum and tech strength lifted sentiment. Qube jumps after takeover bid, with RBC calling the offer “fully priced”. Full ASX recap and top movers.
NH3 signs MoU with MOL and Oceania to build clean ammonia bunkering at Dampier by 2030; targets 300ktpa demand and late-2026 FID for WAH2.
ASX market wrap for January 5, 2026. Australian shares finish flat as oil prices fall despite US action in Venezuela. Gold and materials lead gains while tech stocks retreat.
Lithium prices hit new cycle highs as ASX lithium stocks rally. Pilbara Minerals, IGO, Liontown, Core Lithium and Lake Resources surge as demand from China strengthens and spodumene prices rise sharply.
European Metals Holdings (ASX: EMH) secures up to €360m from the Czech Government for its Cinovec Lithium Project, marking a major milestone in EU supply-chain strategy. Full details, commentary and project insights.
Explore how the 2024 U.S. presidential election could influence ASX markets. From potential shifts in gold and bonds to impacts on Australian stocks, learn what a Trump or Harris victory means for investors
Take a look at the journey of lithium, a key component of green technologies, as its price has recently dropped. Examine what's causing the turnaround, including any indications of stabilization and expert assessment. Find out where the market for lithium might go and how working together can help ensure a sustainable future.
How did silica sand suddenly become such a valuable resource in modern businesses? Is it a sustainable solution for the years to come and which companies producing it are the most reliable? Let’s discuss and unlock the potential of silica sand in today’s world.
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