The mining index rose 1.3 per cent as prices of base metals were lifted by hopes of stronger demand from China
The companies boosted shareholder payouts in response even as many investors backed away from stronger climate advocacy
In uncertain times, riskier assets are less desirable, and safe haven instruments gain value
Lex Mundi’s Global M&A Trends Report 2022 predicts as much, if not more, deal activity in both public and private mergers and acquisitions this year