BHP’s potash blowout overshadows Australia iron ore record BHP’s Jansen potash project is on track to begin production in mid-2027, but the miner said costs would increase again to $8.4 billion. Bloomberg News | January 19, 2026 | 2:51 pm
Canadian government bank has billions to back critical mineral projects The bank wants to help feasibility-stage projects develop the country’s 34 listed critical minerals. Colin McClelland | January 19, 2026 | 2:35 pm
Construction on track for Q1 completion at Sibanye’s lithium project in Finland Keliber is the EU's most advanced integrated lithium project. Staff Writer | January 19, 2026 | 1:57 pm
Viridis targets US, Europe rare earth deals amid China pushback The negotiations include setting a minimum price for output from Viridis’ $360 million Colossus project in Brazil. Bloomberg News | January 19, 2026 | 12:27 pm
Hong Kong billionaire puts quarter of his wealth in gold The bullish call on gold makes Cheah Cheng Hye a distinct outlier in the world of ultra-high-net-worth investing. Bloomberg News | January 19, 2026 | 10:35 am
Ghana’s mining reforms risk choking investment, says industry body Africa's top gold producer plans to scrap long-term mining investment stability agreements and double royalties. Reuters | January 19, 2026 | 10:10 am
Lupaka Gold may seize Peru state assets over unpaid $67M arbitration award Lupaka's chairman Gordon Ellis said it has identified Peru’s national petroleum company Petroperu as potential target. Staff Writer | January 19, 2026 | 9:59 am
China’s aluminum output hits record while steel sinks Aluminum production increased 2.4% to to 45.02 million tons, having risen every year this decade. Bloomberg News | January 19, 2026 | 9:27 am
Barrick changes CFO as overhaul continues ahead of possible IPO Helen Cai, who has served on Barrick’s board since 2021, will take up the role of CFO and senior executive vice president on March 1. Bloomberg News | January 19, 2026 | 9:16 am