Vietnam jails ex-Saigon jewelry CEO, 15 others in gold case Le Thuy Hang, the ex-CEO of Saigon Jewelry Co., was sentenced to 25 years in prison for embezzlement and the abuse of power. Bloomberg News | September 30, 2025 | 8:56 am
Agnico sheds entire 18% stake in Royal Road Royal Road welcomed Rio2 as its newest shareholder, following the purchase of approximately 15% of its outstanding stock. Staff Writer | September 30, 2025 | 8:32 am
Namibia cautious about Angola’s De Beers co-ownership plan The country will assess the diamond industry, affected by weak demand and the rise of lab-grown gems. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 30, 2025 | 8:31 am
Infographic: Uranium production – Spheres of control Uranium production is dominated by Russia today, but by 2030 the picture changes. By Anthony Vaccaro, with files from Ali Ravaghi | Creative design: James Alafriz | September 30, 2025 | 7:55 am
Chilean copper output in August falls 9.9%, largest drop in two years Output at top producer Codelco took a hit after an accident at its flagship El Teniente mine killed six people. Reuters | September 30, 2025 | 7:40 am
Zijin Gold soars 68% in HK debut after world’s top IPO since May The company plans to use some of the IPO proceeds to pay for the acquisition of a mine in Kazakhstan. Bloomberg News | September 30, 2025 | 7:24 am
Freeport to divest 12% of mine to Indonesia, CNBC says The divestment is part of an agreement to extend the company’s license to operate the Grasberg mine. Bloomberg News | September 30, 2025 | 6:38 am
Nippon Steel buys 30% stake of Canada’s Kami iron ore project Japan's top steelmaker forms a JV with Champion Iron and Sojitz to secure high-grade ore supplies. Reuters | September 30, 2025 | 6:33 am
Cornish Metals pegs South Crofty tin mine value at $235M Updated PEA shows a 14-year mine life, averaging 4,700 tonnes annually from years 2-6, with first production by 2028. Staff Writer | September 30, 2025 | 5:19 am