December 22, 2025

Sandvik to build $37M mining service hub in Canada

Facility consolidates cutting, parts and aftermarket services to support potash, uranium and hard-rock mining by late 2026.

December 22, 2025

Congo collects samples for CMOC’s first cobalt shipment

The DRC is collecting samples for CMOC's first cobalt shipment under a new quota system, expected soon.

December 22, 2025

Copper price heads toward $12,000 as banks predict further gains

With year-end approaching, copper on the London Metal Exchange is up nearly 40%, marking its biggest annual gain since 2009.

December 22, 2025

Copper’s tight supply and tariff risks set for a volatile 2026

Analysts warn structural deficits may start in 2026 as copper hits records, demand accelerates and supply struggles to keep up.

December 21, 2025

Over 60% of critical minerals demand met through global trade: IEF

The IEF report predicts global demand for copper, nickel, cobalt, lithium and rare earths rising from 28 million tonnes in 2021 to nearly 41 million by 2040.

December 21, 2025

How 2026 will reshape US critical minerals resilience

Emerging federal activity shows two key themes: growing support for high-risk minerals and renewed focus on domestic processing technologies.

December 19, 2025

Copper price nears $12,000 as base metals stage broad rally

Copper neared a record high, with a renewed rally in US tech stocks helping to boost investor sentiment.

December 19, 2025

BHP puts Anglo in ‘rearview mirror’ as CEO eyes Canada copper

“I’m hopeful that in five years time, 10 years time, there’ll be further investments that we can make into Canadian resources,” Mike Henry said.

December 19, 2025

Antofagasta agrees zero copper processing charges for 2026 with Chinese smelter

The deal compares to charges of $21.25 a ton and 2.125 cents per lb for 2025 agreed last December.

December 19, 2025

Glencore’s Kazzinc said to open up metal sales to rival traders

The miner has reportedly issued a tender for the entirety of its 2026 copper production.