19 October 2026

Argus Critical Minerals Forum

The evolving critical minerals market: Geopolitics, supply and pricing

 

Join Argus experts for a focused discussion on the forces redefining critical minerals markets.

 

From policy shocks to structural supply changes, this forum offers analysis on price dynamics, trade flows and the outlook for key materials that underpin energy transition and advanced manufacturing.

 

Supply chains for rare earths and minor metals remain under intense scrutiny as geopolitical shifts and trade measures reshape global markets.

 

Export controls from China, evolving price mechanisms, and capacity growth in alternative regions pose new questions for procurement and investment strategies.

 

Forum Details

When 13:30 - 15:00 BST

Where Conrad London St. James


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Join Argus experts at the Conrad London St. James for the latest outlook on critical minerals supply, pricing and policy shifts

 

Agenda: 19 October

13:30 – 13:40

Welcome comments
David Brooks, Global Head of Metals, Argus Media

13:40 - 14:00

Another year of geopolitical turbulence in critical minerals
Ellie Saklatvala, Global Editorial Lead, Metals, Argus Media

14:00 - 14:20

Evolution of the rare earth industry outside China – supply chains & price mechanisms

Mark Seddon, Principal, Analytics & Consulting, Argus Media

14:20 - 15:00

Panel discussion: How are China’s export controls transforming the global minor metal and rare earth markets?


Chair: Ronan Murphy, Global Editor, Argus Nonferrous Markets, Argus Media

Panellists:
Cristina Belda, Associate Editor, Metals, Argus Media
Sian Morris, Deputy Editor, Argus Nonferrous Markets, Argus Media
Mark Seddon, Principal, Analytics & Consulting, Argus Media
Maeve Flaherty, Senior Reporter, Metals, Argus Media