July 25, 2025

Three workers rescued after 60 hours trapped in Canada mine

Rescuers used drones and a remote-controlled scoop to clear a massive rockfall at Red Chris and safely bring the three men to the surface.

July 24, 2025

Column: Copper’s physical tariff trade is rapidly unwinding

The market was betting that tariffs would be set lower and come with a longer lead-time.

July 24, 2025

Teck setbacks in Chile underscore copper supply struggles

The sprawling Quebrada Blanca open-pit operation in the high Andes is grappling with tailings storage issues.

July 24, 2025

Indonesia discussing strategic management of critical minerals trade

Indonesia is one of only a only a handful of countries to strike a deal with Washington to lower US tariffs.

July 24, 2025

First Quantum to explore gold pre-payment deal from Zambian mines

The company was exploring a minority stake sale of its two Zambian mines last year to raise funds.

July 24, 2025

Six university students drown in China mine accident

The students fell into a flotation cell after protective grates collapsed.

July 24, 2025

Newmont seeks contact with trapped workers at Red Chris mine

Shares in Newmont fell 1.6% on Thursday morning.

July 24, 2025

Anglo American’s copper, diamond production falls in first half

Anglo American on Thursday reported a 13% fall in copper production in the first half of the year.

July 24, 2025

Japan copper smelters face tough talks with global miners over processing fee

Japan also aims to bolster national stockpiles of critical minerals by increasing volumes or expanding target items.

July 24, 2025

Teck approves $2.4B expansion of Highland Valley Copper

Construction starts in August, extending Canada’s largest copper mine’s productive life by another two decades.