New analytics tools help energy and mining companies navigate volatile markets with confidence

Wood Mackenzie, a global leader in energy and natural resources research, has announced the launch of three major additions to its Lens Metals & Mining platform at the LME Forum 2025. The new modules—Assets Valuations, Supply Chain, and Markets Scenarios are designed to provide the mining and metals industry with a comprehensive, interconnected view of global assets and market dynamics.

The enhancements aim to empower companies to make informed capital allocation decisions in an increasingly unpredictable market. By combining detailed asset valuations with supply chain transparency and market scenario planning, the platform offers a holistic toolkit for strategic decision-making.

Lindsay Grant, Vice President and Head of Metals & Mining Research at Wood Mackenzie, emphasized the importance of the updates: “Critical minerals are strategic assets that shape global power and drive the energy transition. Demand is surging from sectors like data centers, electric vehicles, and power grids, yet supply chains are under pressure and geopolitical factors are increasingly complex. These new Lens modules provide companies with the clarity and insight needed to value assets accurately and navigate the metals supply chain effectively.”

The launch reinforces Wood Mackenzie’s commitment to supporting energy and mining companies in building resilient portfolios. By offering advanced analytics that integrate assets, market scenarios, and supply chain insights, the platform enables firms to respond proactively to market volatility while planning for the future of the global minerals landscape.

With these additions, Lens Metals & Mining strengthens its role as a vital resource for companies aiming to balance growth, risk, and sustainability in the evolving energy and metals sector.