February 28, 2025

Column: Critical minerals take centre stage in world politics

Critical metals have become the new bargaining chip on the geopolitical card table.

February 28, 2025

Europe’s copper product makers urge EU to curb scrap exports

Copper scrap exports from the EU hit a record in 2023, according to a paper.

February 28, 2025

China keeps unprecedented hold on metals with mining push abroad

China increased overseas mining investments last year, boosting its control over the metals supply chain amid global reliance concerns.

February 27, 2025

Ecora inks $50M streaming deal for Zambian copper mine

"The acquisition will cement copper at the core of our commodity exposure," Ecora's CEO said.

February 27, 2025

Panama’s ‘novel ideas’ comments offer hope for giant copper mine

Speaking to reporters in Panama City Thursday, Jose Raul Mulino said he will visit towns near the mine that have been affected by its closure.

February 27, 2025

Scientists predict major quake in Chile’s mineral-rich north

Chile is located on the seismically active Ring of Fire that surrounds the Pacific Ocean.

February 26, 2025

Panama delays copper mine decision pending social security reform

But before a decision on the mine is taken, the government has to approve the preservation and safety management plan.

February 26, 2025

Trump’s tariff threat sparks global race to get copper to the US

The gap between copper prices in the US and the rest of the world widened sharply after Trump's announcement on Tuesday.

February 26, 2025

Potential US copper tariffs seen costing domestic industry dearly

President Donald Trump on Tuesday launched a probe into potential new tariffs on copper imports.

February 26, 2025

Column: Trump’s tariff threat presages turbulent times for Doctor Copper

Doctor Copper has been trying to price in the potential for US import tariffs since late January.