Japan must contend with its aging population

Japan’s population is getting older, and with an average age of 49.5 years, is the oldest population in the world. While people are living longer the fertility rate is declining—women are expected to bear only 1.3 children during their lifetimes.
Given the low fertility rate, the… Read More

Teck ready for coming shift to EVs

Teck Resources recently sold its metallurgical coal mines in Western Canada. Metallurgical coal is a key ingredient in steelmaking.
The company is using the cash from the sale to pay down debt and reward investors. More importantly, the sale leaves Teck to focus on its copper… Read More