January 11, 2023

Copper price rises above $9,000 fueled by optimism about China

Higher price is also driving up the shares of mining companies, with BHP notching a record high.

January 11, 2023

India eyes overseas copper, lithium mines to meet domestic shortfall

India has identified one copper and two lithium mines in Argentina to either acquire or secure long-term leases, Reuters sources say.

January 11, 2023

Panama says First Quantum misleading investors

There still are more than a “few disagreements” between the parties, Panama's Ministry of Commerce and Industry said.

January 11, 2023

UK to deepen collaboration on critical minerals with Saudi Arabia

Partnership could see Saudi investment in the UK’s manufacturing and mining finance sectors.

January 11, 2023

New copper-based coating allows protective gear to detect toxic gases

A copper-based coating can be integrated into fabric and respond to the presence of toxic gases.

January 11, 2023

Ivanhoe Electric ties up with Saudi Arabia’s Ma’aden

The companies have formed a 50/50 joint venture to explore for metals considered key for the global energy transition.

January 10, 2023

Surging molybdenum price adds weight to new year rally for copper producers

Copper mining byproduct molybdenum is up more than 50% in a little over a month, boosting margins for producers.

January 10, 2023

North America’s top mining CEOs anticipate turbulent year ahead

"I don’t think anywhere is perfectly safe to invest right now," said Barrick Gold CEO Mark Bristow.

January 10, 2023

Zambia extends electricity rationing to mining firms

Hydropower contributes to more than 75% of Zambia's electricity generation.

January 10, 2023

Vale evaluates offers for $2.5 billion base metals unit

Vale Base Metals, to be based in the UK, will have nickel mines in Canada and Indonesia, copper mines in Brazil, and interests in cobalt and platinum group metals.