MP Materials lands multi-billion Pentagon deal
Deal will make the US Department of Defense the largest shareholder in MP, the sole domestic producer of rare earth elements.
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Top copper producer Chile demands US tariff clarity
President Gabriel Boric said he had yet to hear from the US and called for "official" communication on the announced 50% tariff.
Capstone wins key permit for $150M Mantoverde expansion
The environmental permit extends the mine's life from 19 to 25 years, advancing Capstone’s plans for a major copper-cobalt district in Chile.
Glencore to sell Philippine copper smelter to Villar family
The asset, the Philippine Associated Smelting and Refining (Pasar), has long served as a key logistics hub for Glencore.
China’s mining investment sets new record
There were 10 deals worth more than $100 million in 2024, the most since 2013, data from S&P and Mergermarket shows.
Royal Gold to acquire Sandstorm, Horizon in $3.7B deal
The combined company will have 80 assets, with 87% of revenue from precious metals and gold contributing about 75% alone.
Chaos in Bolivian Congress over China, Russia lithium contracts
Bolivian lawmakers and protesters clashed over lithium deals with China and Russia, accusing the government of selling out national interests.
Kinterra scores small win in New World Copper takeover fight
Australia's Takeovers Panel has blocked New World from issuing shares to CAML, giving Kinterra time to contest the deal.
BHP shelved ‘urgent’ Pilbara climate plans: reports
Leaked documents reveal delays in climate projects in Western Australia despite internal warnings about reputational risks.