July 28, 2023

Glencore in advanced talks for Argentina copper stake

Glencore is close to finalizing a deal to acquire Pan American Silver Corp.’s 56% stake in the Mara copper project.

July 28, 2023

Codelco sees lower copper output, more stoppages in 2023

Chile's state miner posted a copper output of 633,000 metric tons over January to June, down 14% from a year earlier.

July 28, 2023

Column: LME’s Russian aluminum dilemma set to become more acute

The London Metal Exchange is coming under renewed pressure to exclude Russian aluminum from its warehouse system.

July 27, 2023

Analysts mark down copper price forecasts as output ramps up

Analysts have pared price forecasts for the metal as supply expands while demand in China remains muted.

July 27, 2023

Zimbabwe eyes world No. 5 lithium spot as Chinese investors boost capacity

The lithium industry in Africa's top producer has rapidly expanded, buoyed by about $1 billion of investments during the past two years by Chinese companies.

July 27, 2023

Australia to add to priority critical minerals by year-end

Minister Madeleine King said the government would prioritise support for critical minerals projects that underpin key technologies such as battery chemicals.

July 26, 2023

Iron ore price looks set for a tumble as major stimulus hopes fade

Chinese consumer confidence has been decimated by years of virus lockdowns and delays on new-build properties.

July 26, 2023

Alaska asks US Supreme Court to undo EPA Pebble mine veto

Alaska said the restrictions violate the state’s sovereign right to regulate its lands and waters.

July 26, 2023

US says it must work with Latin America more on key minerals

The Biden administration has begun a push to diversify the US’ sources of important goods and materials and to reduce dependency on China.

July 26, 2023

Pentagon seeks supply of chip mineral gallium after China curbs exports

The Pentagon plans to issue a first-time contract to US or Canadian companies by year-end to recover gallium.