Trump to fast-track permitting for 10 mining projects across US The projects include those owned by Perpetua Resources, Rio Tinto, Hecla Mining, Albemarle and Warrior Met Coal. Reuters | April 18, 2025 | 8:05 am
Iron ore price set for second weekly loss as tariff turmoil weighs Goldman Sachs analysts forecast iron ore prices to fall to $90 by the fourth quarter. Reuters | April 18, 2025 | 7:46 am
Trump to approve land swap for Rio Tinto copper mine opposed by Native Americans The Forest Service said it will republish an environmental report needed for the Resolution copper project land swap to occur within 60 days. Reuters | April 17, 2025 | 5:08 pm
Ukraine-US sign memorandum on minerals deal The signing follows remarks by US President Donald Trump earlier in the day that a deal on Ukraine's critical minerals will be signed next Thursday. Staff Writer | April 17, 2025 | 3:05 pm
Ontario promises to cut red tape for critical mining projects The measure if passed by the Provincial Legislative Assembly, will aim to have a 50% reduction in the time taken for government review for mining projects. Reuters | April 17, 2025 | 1:48 pm
MP Materials halts exports to China The move follows Chinese restrictions announced earlier this month. Bloomberg News | April 17, 2025 | 1:32 pm
China’s aluminum makers say tariffs won’t deter overseas growth Demand for the metal produced in China remains strong due to its competitiveness, one company executive says. Bloomberg News | April 17, 2025 | 1:24 pm
GDX’s gold pursuit quickens The dominant gold-miners ETF’s catch-up rally with gold is really accelerating. Adam Hamilton - Zeal Intelligence | April 17, 2025 | 11:24 am
Indonesian nickel smelter group asks for royalty hike delay until prices rise Later this month, Indonesia will start imposing higher royalty fees of 14% to 19% on nickel ore output. Reuters | April 17, 2025 | 11:19 am