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.

December 15, 2025

LME outlines proposed new rules on position limits

The new rules will apply to "critical contracts" in the bourse's core aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, tin and zinc futures offerings, LME said.

December 15, 2025

Fortescue to buy remaining stake in Alta Copper for $101M

Alta Copper fully owns the Canariaco copper project in northern Peru.

December 15, 2025

SME warns 2026 may reset US mining’s global role

Policy reform, security risks and workforce gaps will shape whether US mining momentum turns into lasting global strength in 2026.

December 13, 2025

Troilus set to get electricity for Quebec gold project

The firm said it needs 70 megawatts to fully run the operation afterward.

December 12, 2025

Colombia to launch copper exploration round with eight qualified firms

Colombia will offer 14 areas for copper production and exploration, ANM President Lina Franco said.

December 12, 2025

How tight supply, AI demand propelled copper price towards $12,000

Copper prices are up 35% so far this year and heading for their largest gain since 2009.