South Africa sets $900 million annual mineral exploration target
While South Africa was the world’s biggest producer of gold for decades, production has slumped as its deposits get deeper and more expensive to access.
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MineHub, TradeWaltz to integrate blockchain platforms for mining & metals supply chains
Collaboration comes after a successful proof of concept with copper ore import from Sumitomo Corporation.
Barrick bets big on Pakistan with $7 billion copper mine project
It laid out revised plans Tuesday for developing the giant Reko Diq copper-gold deposit.
Top 5 reasons to consider gold in inflationary period
Since the start of 2022, inflation concerns have jump-started a fresh wave of gold buying.
Airbus defends Russian titanium use, urges against sanctions
Russia provides about half of Airbus’s titanium needs, directly or through key suppliers.
South African unions start wage talks with platinum miners
Negotiations started with Anglo American Platinum last week and more talks are planned.
Stronger pricing makes US a more attractive home for copper
Copper futures on the Comex have been trading at a premium to those on the London Metal Exchange in recent weeks.
Glencore investors urged by Glass Lewis to reject climate plan
As investors become ever more focused on climate, Glencore has laid a different strategy to many of its rivals.
Russia-Ukraine war could trigger global recession, warns former Vale director
The short-term scenario is good for commodities, but in the medium term, a correction will be necessary, said Jose Carlos Martins.
