April 28, 2023 Metal prices to fall in 2023 — World Bank “In the longer term, the energy transition could significantly lift the demand for some metals, notably lithium, copper, and nickel,” the bank said.
April 28, 2023 Chile’s lithium plans not really ‘nationalization’ say experts State-led production of the battery metal is seen by some analysts as a positive change, but likely years away.
April 28, 2023 Chile’s state miner seeks $1.5 billion from lithium partner Enami has the rights to five lithium deposits in the Siete Salares area, with a collective net asset value estimated in $2.5 billion.
April 27, 2023 Glencore buys stakes in Norsk Hydro and Vale’s assets in Brazil It's taking a 30% stake in alumina refinery Alunorte and a 5% interest in bauxite producer Mineracao Rio do Norte, both in Para, Brazil.
April 27, 2023 Glencore says takeover bid for Teck stands after spinoff fails Glencore reiterated its intention to buy Teck and even bid more, raising pressure on the Canadian miner to sit down at the negotiating table.
April 26, 2023 Iron ore price mixed as steel group urges producers to cut output The China Iron and Steel Association has urged producers to cut output to help ensure a stable cash flow.
April 26, 2023 Teck takes restructuring plan off the table ahead of vote Teck said it will pursue instead "a simpler and more direct separation" proposal to best unlock the full value for its shareholders.
April 26, 2023 First Quantum’s issues in Panama hit earnings, production Results were also affected by a severe rainy season in Zambia, home to its Sentinel and Kansanshi copper mines.
April 25, 2023 Landowners working on injunction against Barrick’s restart of Porgera gold mine Landowners served Barrick with a no trespass notice last week.
April 25, 2023 Prosper Gold goes after Mohave project in Arizona The gold project includes 160 contiguous mining claims covering 1,176 hectares in Mohave County, Arizona.
US proposed SECURE Act aims to offset China’s grip on critical minerals Bill would establish a Strategic Resilience Reserve to support domestic production and processing of minerals vital to electrification, clean energy and national defense. January 20, 2026 | 01:11 pm
