September 26, 2019

Rio Tinto sees rosy future for diamonds despite end of Argyle

Company is exploring for diamonds in Canada as part of its plans to stay in the sector despite the looming closure of its Argyle mine in Australia, known for extremely…

September 25, 2019

Gold gets another boost as US risks strengthen case for havens

Gold is heading for a fifth monthly advance as the Federal Reserve and central banks globally cut interest rates.

September 25, 2019

BHP tried swaying Anglo’s Mark Cutifani to be its CEO

BHP favours an internal hire, but is also open to external candidates, people familiar with the matter said.

September 24, 2019

Hydro CEO says economic clouds may dampen aluminium demand

Hydro until recently expected world aluminium demand excluding China to grow by up to 1% in 2019, but now instead forecasts a decline of 1-2%.

September 24, 2019

Germany’s K+S cuts potash output for the year on weak demand

The company has responded to current weak demand for potash by reducing production by up to 300,000 tonnes.

September 24, 2019

Australian mining lobby launches ad blitz urging reforms after coal projects blocked

Group aims at rallying public support for an overhaul of state planning laws after a commission blocked new projects citing climate change concerns.

September 23, 2019

World’s number one copper producer forced to tap markets for mines overhaul

Chile's Codelco has a new funding strategy that includes issuing debt and selling non-structural assets.

September 23, 2019

Pierre Lassonde says gold could hit $25,000 in 30 years

The financial demand is being driven by negative interest rates.

September 22, 2019

Cobalt price boost as electric vehicle loadings surge

New study shows despite ongoing thrifting efforts, cobalt use per electric vehicle sold around the world this year is up 45%.

September 20, 2019

Palladium price peaks at new record high, rhodium roaring

"Any signs of stimulus from the Chinese auto market could lead to additional upside price potential."