North America

Equinox Gold and Orla Mining are combining to create a company expected to produce 1.1 million ounces of gold annually. This merger creates a new senior gold producer in North America with expanded production capacity.

Nike shows gains in North America, its largest market, but faces offsetting weakness in China ahead of earnings. This geographic performance divergence reflects broader market dynamics affecting multinational consumer brands navigating different regional economic conditions.

Lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries have captured 60% of the global battery market share, driving urgent supply chain development efforts in North America. This shift toward LFP technology reduces reliance on cobalt and nickel while increasing demand for lithium and phosphate materials.