December 17, 2025 Copper’s next shortage is structural, not hype: analyst BloombergNEF sees copper deficits from 2026 as demand surges, supply lags and geopolitics reshapes global markets.
December 16, 2025 Swift Anglo-Teck merger approval shows Canada’s pro-business shift, dealmakers say The rapid approval signals a significant shift in Ottawa's approach to foreign takeovers, particularly in the sensitive critical minerals sector.
December 16, 2025 Glencore purchase is latest in flurry of Peru copper dealmaking Glencore is stepping up its presence in Peru as part of a plan to almost double its copper output globally.
December 16, 2025 Pan Pacific Copper sells stake in Peruvian mine to Glencore The sale is part of JX's effort to reorient its portfolio toward its advanced materials business.
December 16, 2025 Ecuador eyes 2026 tender for $3B Llurimagua copper project Ecuador plans a 2026 tender for Llurimagua as copper M&A accelerates and past JV disputes shape the project’s next phase.
December 16, 2025 Canada clears way for $53B Anglo-Teck merger Legally binding investment pledges and a Vancouver HQ helped secure Ottawa’s approval for the landmark mining merger.
December 15, 2025 Codelco leadership in focus as Chile voters shift to right The position requires political dexterity, especially around decisions that could trigger job losses.
December 15, 2025 Chile copper mining costs highest in Americas, threatening new investment, report says The study analyzed 67 greenfield copper projects across the Americas and found Chile exhibits the highest capital intensity for medium-capacity processing plants.
December 15, 2025 JPMorgan, US backing Korea Zinc’s $7.4 billion Tennessee smelter The decision to set up a foreign joint venture, called Crucible JV LLC, was approved by Korea Zinc’s board on Monday.
December 15, 2025 White House plans more ‘historic deals’ with mining sector, official says Jarrod Agen, who previously held roles at defense contractor Lockheed Martin, said Trump aims to "jumpstart" mining projects in Alaska and also in Arizona.
GRAPHIC-Gold and silver soar in year-end rally Investors have not treated the festive break as an occasion to take profits. December 22, 2025 | 12:08 pm
