October 12, 2023 BHP averts strike at Escondida mine with preliminary union deal In late September, the union's members rejected a proposal from the company, prompting government mediation to avoid a work stoppage.
October 11, 2023 Newmont shareholders vote in favor of $16.8bn Newcrest buyout Both the companies expect the deal to close in early November, Newmont said.
October 11, 2023 Liontown extends due diligence for $4.2bn Albemarle buyout Gina Rineheart has been increasing her stake in Liontown Resources in attempt to block the move.
October 11, 2023 Miners seek partners for copper assets as M&A heats up A flurry of copper mining deals are being lined up for the next six to 12 months, industry sources told Reuters.
October 11, 2023 Stellantis, Rio Tinto raise bets on Argentina copper mining The fresh funds may give McEwen Copper more breathing space before going public.
October 11, 2023 World’s top miners need more ambition to meet climate targets The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis examined five miners with goals to become carbon neutral by 2050 — and found varying degrees of purpose in meeting that target.
October 11, 2023 Codelco said to near buyout of Australia’s Lithium Power Codelco is nearing a deal to acquire Lithium Power International.
October 10, 2023 Teck to balance valuation with ‘execution risk’ in coal sale Teck is weighing multiple potential deals for its steelmaking coal unit, as the company seeks to rebrand as a standalone metals producer.
October 10, 2023 Freeport seeks to extend permit for exporting Indonesian copper Freeport has a temporary exemption from a nationwide ban on exports of mined copper, but it faces a cliff-edge scenario in May.
October 10, 2023 Aussie billionaire paves way to block Albemarle’s Liontown bid with stake raise Gina Rineheart has once again increased her stake in Liontown Resources.
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