January 13, 2026 Rio Tinto kicked off number 2 perch, Agnico tops $100 billion for the first time Global mining started 2026 the way it ended 2025 – with a huge rally. But M&A contenders seem to be underperforming.
January 13, 2026 Silver market deficit to continue throughout 2026, says Fitch’s BMI Throughout 2025, industrial and retail demand for silver pushed prices towards $80/oz for the first time in history.
January 13, 2026 BlueScope Steel to return $292.5 million to shareholders via special dividend Australia's largest steelmaker last week rejected a $9 billion takeover offer from a consortium.
January 13, 2026 Aluminum and copper prices take breather after explosive start to 2026 Industrial metals have enjoyed a bullish run into the new year.
January 13, 2026 Chile’s copper industry eyes double-digit growth after reforms Sonami, which represents mining companies, also forecast the average price of copper at $4.50 per pound this year.
January 13, 2026 Rio Tinto engages three banks to advise on potential Glencore acquisition The potential transaction represents the latest attempt at consolidation in the global mining industry.
January 13, 2026 Silver Crown Royalties soars to new high on Gentile investment Michael Gentile, as co-founder of Montreal-based hedge fund Bastion Asset Management, is the largest shareholder in over 25 junior miners.
January 13, 2026 Taylor Swift’s vintage ring shines new light on diamond industry Dealers say her ring has drawn renewed interest in antique stones, prized for what lab-grown diamonds lack: scarcity and story.
January 13, 2026 Silver price nears $90 as record run continues Spot prices gained more than 4% on Tuesday morning to set a new all-time high of $89.05 per ounce.
January 13, 2026 Record start to 2026 brings prospect of $5,000 gold price into view The metal has gained more than 6% in just 13 days of 2026, after breaking through multiple milestones and gaining 64% last year.
Aluminum and copper prices take breather after explosive start to 2026 Industrial metals have enjoyed a bullish run into the new year. January 13, 2026 | 03:12 pm