June 27, 2025

China’s copper smelters win better-than-expected $0 processing fee

Some Chinese smelters have agreed to process copper from Antofagasta for no charge, a record low for the industry.

June 27, 2025

Copper price down after $0 Chinese smelter deal

The $0 agreement presents a win for China's smelters given spot charges are hovering around the –$43 mark.

June 26, 2025

First MPD resource gives Kodiak Copper a new story to tell

The deposits underpin 56.4 million tonnes of indicated resources at 0.31% copper, 0.14 g/t gold and 1.18 g/t silver.

June 26, 2025

Informal mining boom is biggest fear for Peru’s copper investors

Peru has slipped to third in the global copper-production ranking and last year posted its first decline in output in five years.

June 26, 2025

Zambia court adjoins ZCCM to Sampa’s challenge on Mopani sale

A new owner for Mopani is expected to invest in raising copper output to about 200,000 tons per year by 2027.

June 26, 2025

Column: LME’s new position rules reflect a changed metals landscape

Traders have been scaling up bets even as LME warehouse inventory has been depleting.

June 26, 2025

Copper price surges to highest since March record

US prices jump more than 3%, opening up massive $1,600 per tonne gap between US and LME copper prices with Goldman Sachs predicting more gains to come. 

June 25, 2025

US announces policy changes for offshore mineral development

US Interior Department said the new policies will "reduce delays, improve coordination and provide greater certainty for industry".

June 25, 2025

India plans steps to counter rising copper supply risks

New Delhi is also considering measures to help boost domestic refined copper output.

June 25, 2025

Copper price: Chinese smelters ramp up exports, potentially squeezing home market too

Exports at these levels would bring renewed pressure and could potentially tip the Chinese market into backwardation as well.