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The diversified miner agreed to sell the bulk of its aluminium portfolio.

Reuters | July 1, 2026 | 2:59 am

The companies that convert mined concentrate into refined metal are now relying on what comes with the copper for their financial survival.

Reuters | June 30, 2026 | 4:01 pm

The sale, says South32, allows the company to slim down its business to focus on the "high-margin copper, zinc, silver and lead operations".

Staff Writer | June 30, 2026 | 3:45 pm

The updated resource supports a larger operation, BMO mining analyst says.

Colin McClelland | June 30, 2026 | 9:31 am

M&A won't alleviate looming copper shortage, Barrick CEO warns