March 18, 2025

Alrosa suspends operations at less profitable deposits amid sanctions

The suspension will affect deposits with an annual production of less than 1 million carats.

March 15, 2025

Botswana targets rich young Americans with big, natural diamonds

The country is aiming at buyers of more expensive jewellery, while highlighting that its gems can be traced back to Botswana mines through blockchain technology.

March 14, 2025

Anglo American plans fresh job cuts as part of restructuring

Anglo began restructuring the business last year after it had to fend off a takeover bid by BHP.

March 14, 2025

Tariffs, uncertainty, driving nations to tighten grip on critical minerals

Verisk Maplecroft’s Resource Nationalism Index shows a record jump in government control over resources in 47 countries since 2020.

March 12, 2025

Trump metals tariffs draw swift retaliation from Canada and EU

Canada, the biggest foreign supplier of steel and aluminum to the US, has announced 25% retaliatory tariffs on goods worth C$29.8 billion in total.

March 12, 2025

India to launch auction for mineral exploration licenses for 13 blocks

The blocks include those of diamond and copper.

March 10, 2025

Palliser steps up pressure on Rio Tinto to drop dual listing

Rio Tinto operates as a dual-listed company, with separate shareholder bases in the UK (PLC) and Australia (Limited).

March 4, 2025

Russia will decide on potential further Alrosa diamond purchases after Q2

The country resumed regular diamond purchases from Alrosa for the state fund last year.

March 4, 2025

Botswana Diamonds secures Thorny River mining permit

With the final permit in hand, Botswana Diamonds will begin contractor mining at the South African asset, depending on market conditions.

February 28, 2025

Alrosa reports full-year profit slump of 77.3%

Diamond reserves for the year rose to 129.9 billion roubles, Alrosa said, up from 84.3 billion roubles at the end of 2023.