August 26, 2019

Egyptian billionaire eyes mining opportunities at home with new law

Investment in Egypt's vast mineral wealth has been stalled by what miners describe as some of the world's most discouraging terms.

August 25, 2019

Southern Copper reviewing Tía María’s budget

The suspension of the construction licence is forcing the company to reassess its plans for 2019.

August 23, 2019

Commodities ensnared again as US-China trade war escalates

A 5% levy will also be imposed on crude oil starting next month. Last year, Beijing removed crude from a list of goods targeted for tariffs, signaling the importance of…

August 23, 2019

South African court denies Zambia leave to appeal in Vedanta case

Vedanta has been locked in a dispute with the Zambian government since May, when Lusaka appointed a liquidator to run KCM.

August 22, 2019

Thiefs are stealing church bells in France, but likely not for the metal

The demand for metals and collectors seeking antiques are making the thousands of churches dotting villages and towns across France easy targets for thieves.

August 22, 2019

Copper price bears “overlooking decent fundamentals”

A new report forecasts recovery in price on the back of a fall in global copper production, a thin project pipeline and misreading of inventory build-up.

August 22, 2019

Teck’s Quebrada Blanca copper mine fined for environmental violations

Chile's SMA environmental regulator said it had fined Quebrada Blanca $1.2 million for the violations.

August 22, 2019

China’s Qianhai Mercantile Exchange launches copper rod trading

A total of 641.86 tonnes of copper rods changed hands on the first day of trade, with a turnover of 29.94 million yuan ($4.23 million).

August 22, 2019

Talga hopeful with maiden resource estimate for Swedish project

The Perth-based miner is now seeking for partners to further explore and develop the project.

August 22, 2019

Forum looking to fund exploration program in Saskatchewan

The Vancouver company is seeking to raise $75,000 for geological mapping, prospecting and sampling at the Love Lake project.