August 9, 2022

BHP likely to raise bid for ‘strategically sensible target’ OZ Minerals, say analysts

OZ rejected BHP's A$25-a-share offer, terming it undervalued and "opportunistic".

August 9, 2022

US steelworkers union lauds bill’s focus on building North American production

The Inflation Reduction Act, as the bill is called, will offer opportunities for union workers, United Steelworkers union said.

August 9, 2022

Copper nanowire spray effectively destroys covid-19 virus

A new spray that contains copper nanowires or copper-zinc nanowires can kill the virus in just 20 minutes.

August 9, 2022

Lower grades at Gibraltar mine dent Taseko results

The Canadian miner posted adjusted earnings of C$1.7 million for the three months ended June 30, a 96% drop from Q2 2021.

August 8, 2022

Chile to ‘sanction’ those responsible for sinkhole near copper mine

The mysterious hole of 36.5 meters in diameter that emerged in late July led the mining regulator to suspend operations of a nearby mine owned by Canada's Lundin in the northern…

August 8, 2022

Barrick expects deal opportunities in copper, but won’t pay premiums

After strengthening its balance sheet, Barrick said it is “always looking at opportunities” but won’t be paying above-market prices.

August 8, 2022

Barrick Gold boss tells miners to brace for more inflation

Barrick said costs would trend toward the high end, or even slightly exceed, its guidance range.

August 8, 2022

Imperial Metals’ Mount Polley restart facing budget shortfall

The company had previously aimed to reopen the mine operation by the end of June.

August 8, 2022

The EV race is turning a gold rush haven into a battery hub

The most in-demand mining leaders are no longer those who’ve unearthed vast troves of glittering gold.

August 8, 2022

Barrick Gold tweaks cost guidance as copper boosts second-quarter earnings

The company reported a nearly 19% rise in second-quarter profit on Monday, beating analysts' expectations.