April 22, 2020

Newmont increases quarterly dividend by 79%

Dividend of $0.25 per share to be paid at the close of business on June 4.

April 22, 2020

Glencore takes giant Congo cobalt mine private

Shares in Toronto-listed Katanga Mining surged 113% after the announcement.

April 22, 2020

Emissions to drop 6% this year due to pandemic

The World Meteorological Organization says the forecast comes as covid-19 has brought transportation and industrial energy production to a near halt.

April 21, 2020

Teck profit falls in Q1, shares down

The adjusted profit attributable to shareholders was C$94 million compared with C$587 million last year.

April 21, 2020

BHP flags delay at Spence copper mine expansion

The miner said the $2.5 billion-project’s schedule was under review, adding that first production won’t likely happen until early 2021.

April 20, 2020

Far North Snapshot: Eight companies exploring the frontiers

As existing deposits and mines are advanced, companies are looking for new frontiers to secure their long-term production and growth.

April 20, 2020

BHP quarterly iron ore output rises, keeps guidance

Third quarter iron ore output rose 6.3% to 68 Mt, narrowly missing analyst estimates.

April 20, 2020

Wheaton launches $5 million covid-19 support fund

The fund is designed to meet the immediate needs of the communities in which the company operates.

April 20, 2020

Glencore to reopen mines if deal with Zambian govt reached

The mines minister said the company is "fishing" for ways to lay off workers.

April 20, 2020

Anglo American board donates portion of pay to covid-19 fight

Anglo American has already donated $25 million to covid-19 causes.