Russian firm first mining company to launch metal ETCs 100% of miner's revenue aligns negatively to climate action Two further ETCs are set to launch, with nickel and copper funds available. Photo: Norilsk Nickel Norilsk Nickel, the world's largest producer of palladium and high-grade nickel, has launched a series of exchange-traded commodities (ETCs), offering investors access to physically backed metals. The firm, which was forced to pay a record $2.1bn fine for an environmental disaster only last year, has become the first mining company to launch physically-backed ETCs. The Royal Mint lists physically... To continue reading... Tel: +44 (0)1858 438 427 Register Now Investment Week helps enlightened investment professionals to grow revenues and manage risk by reading the market more astutely via this industry leading title.