January 14, 2026 Almost 75% of mining M&As flow to Latin America: McKinsey New report shows capital clustering in lower-risk regions as critical minerals demand outpaces supply and funding gaps widen.
January 14, 2026 China’s steel exports, iron ore imports hit record highs Some exporters rushed to ramp up shipments before January on fears that the export licence requirement might impact shipments, analysts said.
January 13, 2026 Rio Tinto kicked off number 2 perch, Agnico tops $100 billion for the first time Global mining started 2026 the way it ended 2025 – with a huge rally. But M&A contenders seem to be underperforming.
January 13, 2026 BlueScope charms shareholders with $293 million dividend Australia's largest steelmaker last week rejected a $9 billion takeover offer from a consortium.
January 13, 2026 Canada Nickel’s Crawford project gets fast-tracked With the 1P1P fast tracking, the province hopes construction can start on Crawford by the end of the year.
January 13, 2026 Rio Tinto engages three banks to advise on potential Glencore acquisition The potential transaction represents the latest attempt at consolidation in the global mining industry.
January 13, 2026 Congo pitches new $29 billion iron ore and logistics project The first phase of the project would require the construction of heavy rail and transport on the Congo River.
January 12, 2026 Italy seeks over $8 billion in damages from ArcelorMittal over ILVA steelworks As the government seeks a new buyer, Acciaierie d'Italia (ADI) has sued over alleged mismanagement of the steelworks.
January 12, 2026 BHP is stuck on the sidelines of copper M&A frenzy it started The company is monitoring the Rio-Glencore talks and reviewing the situation and options with its advisers, Bloomberg sources said.
January 12, 2026 Radiant unloads BHP iron ore in China as trader tests curbs The Berge Mawson unloaded its cargo at the northern port of Caofeidian and has now left the country, Bloomberg's ship tracking data shows.
Giga Metals, Arca team up on carbon removal strategy at Turnagain nickel project Giga conducted tests at the University of British Columbia that showed the Turnagain project has potential for significant mineral sequestration of CO2. January 14, 2026 | 02:21 pm
