May 6, 2025

Copper market volatility to persist amid tariff risks, says WoodMac analyst

In the long run, copper demand will still be supported by the energy transition.

May 6, 2025

Private equity deals in mining set to rise on energy transition needs, says S&P Global

Global output of most battery metals has been declining due to weak prices, highlighting the need for new investments to grow the supply.

May 6, 2025

Copper shrugs off global gloom as Chinese buyers squeeze supply

The global copper market is flashing signs of tightness, as strong Chinese buying squeezes scant supplies even in the face of worries about a looming industrial downturn.

May 6, 2025

Saudi Arabia and US to sign mining deal

The deal, which will focus on collaboration in mining and mineral resources, is expected to be signed with the US Department of Energy.

May 6, 2025

Zambia regulator approves $270 million Congo transmission link

The high-voltage transmission line will link Zambia's copper rich North-Western province to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

May 5, 2025

Romania’s political shift may jolt mining, US ties

Romania has major reserves of rare earths, gold and copper, which have attracted interest from Canadian and American firms.

May 5, 2025

Thirteen killed in Peru mine kidnapping amid rising violence

Guards' deaths highlight the rising issue of illegal mining and violence in Peru's Amazonian province of Pataz.

May 4, 2025

Lundin hails Filo copper discovery as one of biggest in 30 years

CEO Jack Lundin said Filo del Sol is "one of the most significant greenfield discoveries in the last 30 years."

May 2, 2025

Traders draw down LME copper stocks as Chinese market tightens

Traders say that Chinese copper buying has been strong in spite of concerns about the trade war with the US.

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.