October 9, 2025 Over 25% of global copper supply trapped by ESG roadblocks — study The US, Peru, Chile and Panama hold some of the largest reserves now off the market due to environmental, social, and governance hurdles.
October 8, 2025 Mercuria’s new metals unit reaps $300 million so far this year Mercuria became one of the largest importers of copper cathode into the US as traders rushed to draw down global inventories.
October 8, 2025 McEwen sees copper investors resisting latest Argentina woes McEwen Copper released a feasibility study for its Los Azules project and is looking to go public early next year.
October 8, 2025 Congo mining firms underreported $16.8 billion in revenue, audit says The discrepancy resulted in $50.4 million in lost contributions to development funds, the report said.
October 8, 2025 Copper price hits new high as Teck cuts production forecast Copper surged to a 16-month high in London after the miner lowered its guidance for 2025.
October 8, 2025 Australia launches $395 million rescue of Glencore copper smelter The bailout is the third for the industry this year.
October 8, 2025 Teck slashes copper forecast as Anglo stands firm on $53B merger Teck now expects 415,000–465,000 tonnes of copper in 2025, down from 470,000–525,000 amid ongoing issues at QB and HVC.
October 8, 2025 Kazakh Fincraft targets Canadian Tethys in strategic mining push Kazakh billionaire Rakishev, who leads Fincraft, eyes Tethys’ oil and gas assets to boost his group’s Central Asian nickel and coal portfolio.
October 7, 2025 Investors place bets on Trump team’s next investment target The moves by the federal government to bolster some American businesses have sparked a cottage industry.
October 7, 2025 Peru minister touts Saudi mining interest and Chevron offshore potential The parties expect to sign an MOU in November to develop lithium, copper and other strategic mineral projects.
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