December 22, 2021 Minmetals confirms China rare earths merger, creating new giant Move will see three of China's "Big Six" rare earths producers combined, which will boost Beijing influence over pricing.
December 21, 2021 Iron ore’s heady days are fading as China’s growth engine cools The volatility is set to persist into 2022 as a rebound in steel production this month falters early next year.
December 21, 2021 Gensource Potash bags synergistic Tugaske project in Saskatchewan Gensource has increased its potash asset base by purchasing an additional 7,244 hectares at C$14.26 per hectare of land directly abutting its Tugaske project in Saskatchewan,
December 21, 2021 Silver: strong and weak at once. How is that even possible? Gold is barely crawling up, while silver is boldly climbing the market ladder.
December 21, 2021 Lithium miner’s woes may exacerbate strain in EV supply chain Pilbara Minerals has slashed its forecast for shipments, further exacerbating tight supply for the key ingredient in EV batteries.
December 21, 2021 Copper price rises as investors recover some risk appetite Investors weighing up the impact of the omicron coronavirus variant on economic growth turned a little more bullish after two days of selling.
December 21, 2021 Last chance for Harte Gold bidders to come forward Harte said it would have to suspend operations if it didn’t get an infusion of cash before the end of the year.
December 21, 2021 Noront picks Wyloo’s latest offer, BHP won’t match At stake is the takeover target’s early-stage Eagle’s Nest nickel and copper deposit in the ‘Ring of Fire’ in northern Ontario.
December 20, 2021 Lundin slumps after deal to buy copper-gold project in Argentina Lundin Mining fell the most since March after it agreed to acquire Josemaria Resources for C$625 million.
December 20, 2021 Newmont raises $1bn through mining industry’s first sustainability linked bond The financing is linked to the gold miner’s ESG (environmental, social and governance) performance – specifically its carbon emissions and its commitment to promote more women into senior roles.
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am
