
Zinc prices have surged over the past year due to supply shortages, mine disruptions, and strong demand from infrastructure and renewable energy projects. ASX investors can gain exposure through South32, Develop Global, and Sandfire Resources, each offering different risk and growth profiles.

Metallium (ASX: MTM), a pre-revenue metal recovery and exploration company, has lost momentum as commercialisation delays and cash-runway concerns replaced hype. Technically, MTM is testing major support near 0.475, but a confirmed reversal has not yet appeared.

Red Metal (ASX: RDM) surged toward $0.18 on strong trading volume as investors responded to encouraging rare earth results from the Sybella Project and ongoing exploration success. Growing momentum, expanding activity, and renewed interest have pushed the stock to multi-month highs.

Capricorn Metals (ASX: CMM) delivers strong cash generation and mine expansion momentum, positioning for 300koz annual production through Karlawinda and Mt Gibson growth. Premium valuation reflects execution strength and long-life margins.

Lotus Resources (ASX: LOT) jumped 14% to $0.66 as investors responded to improving uranium market sentiment and progress at its Kayelekera and Letlhakane projects. The company continues to ramp up production in Malawi while advancing plans to become a potential 5.5 M lb-per-year uranium producer.