May 8, 2023

Steppe Gold enters definitive deal to acquire Anacortes Mining

This transaction, says Steppe, would create "a leading junior gold producer with significant near-term growth."

May 8, 2023

Barrick on the hunt for new mines, not deals, CEO says

While open to M&A opportunities, Mark Bristow says he is currently more interested in buying assets rather than companies.

May 7, 2023

Venezuela deploys 5,000 soldiers in national parks to deal with illegal gold mining, drug trafficking

The Venezuelan and Colombian armed forces say they are working together to combat illegal gold mining and drug trafficking in protected areas.

May 7, 2023

Gold mine fire in Peru kills 27

This is Peru's single deadliest mining accident in more than two decades.

May 5, 2023

Bolivian senate approves general terms of bill to monetize gold

The new legislation will allow the Andean nation’s central bank to undertake operations with its gold reserves in international markets.

May 4, 2023

‘Mixed picture’ for gold in Q1 2023 as reduced investment offsets state purchases – report

The first quarter was propped up by a recovery in the OTC market, WGC data show.

May 4, 2023

Artemis hedges 100,000 oz from Blackwater gold mine

Construction at the Blackwater open pit and carbon-in-leach mill has begun for an initial gold pour expected in the first half of next year.

May 4, 2023

Marathon Gold on schedule to begin production in Q1 2025

The company is now preparing for the full occupation of its new permanent camp and commencement of concrete foundation work at the mill.

May 4, 2023

Lofty prices tarnish gold’s lustre in top Asian retail hubs

Shoppers leaving empty-handed complaining of high prices are becoming a more common sight at gold stores in China and India.

May 4, 2023

St Barbara backs Genesis’ offer for Leonara assets over Silver Lake bid

St Barbara will back a A$600 million offer for its Leonara assets from Genesis Minerals despite a higher proposal from Silver Lake Resources.