May 2, 2025

Copper price rises as China considers trade talks with US

China’s Commerce Ministry said it had noted senior US officials’ desire to begin talks.

May 2, 2025

US adds 10 more mining projects to fast-track permitting list

The latest 10 include the proposed copper-nickel mine in Minnesota under a joint venture between Glencore and Teck.

May 2, 2025

US pushing for Congo-Rwanda peace, minerals deals

For decades, Congo has been at odds with Rwanda due to ethnic tensions and control over the region's natural resources.

May 2, 2025

Vedanta weighs Zambia copper IPO to fund $1 billion investment

The company regained control of the Konkola Copper Mines assets in Zambia last year.

May 1, 2025

Economic impact of mining projects in British Columbia valued at $65 billion, says MABC

MABC’s 2025 Economic Impact Study assesses the potential economic impact of 18 proposed critical mineral mines, six precious metal mines, and three steelmaking coal mines.

May 1, 2025

Pentagon’s AI metals program goes private in bid to boost Western supply deals

Open Price Exploration for National Security AI metals program is an attempt to counter China's sweeping control of the critical minerals sector.

May 1, 2025

Ivanhoe Mines shares rise on strong Q1 results

The Kamoa-Kakula complex produced a near record 133,120 tonnes of copper in the first quarter.

May 1, 2025

Copper prices rebound after sharp drop as US signals trade progress

The rebound came after US President Trump said there was a “very good chance” of reaching an agreement with China.

May 1, 2025

Rio Tinto weighs up rare earths market

The board has discussed rare earths in light of recent market conditions and continues to weigh the impact of tariffs.

April 30, 2025

Copper price slumps on selloff ahead of Chinese holiday

Copper prices fell sharply as traders rushed to close positions ahead of China’s five-day Labour Day.