Namibia, EU reach provisional deal on rare earth minerals "In principal we have agreed on conditions, whatever the materials, we are going to process them here," mines and energy minister said. Reuters | October 20, 2022 | 2:05 pm
Brazil mining group sees steady investment regardless of election result Brazil is nearing the end of campaigning ahead of a second-round runoff election between leftist former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Reuters | October 20, 2022 | 2:00 pm
‘Strikingly tight’ copper market belies price drop, Freeport says Macroeconomic headwinds have pushed copper futures down almost 30% from a peak in March. Bloomberg News | October 20, 2022 | 1:21 pm
BASF, CUN collaborate on mining research, development and innovation in Antofagasta While leveraging synergies in the development of innovative products and solutions, the collaboration is also expected to provide career entry opportunities for promising mining talent. Staff Writer | October 20, 2022 | 12:23 pm
Los Andes Copper on track to deliver Vizcachitas feasibility by year-end, says CEO The company is currently mobilizing drill teams after a July environmental court decision reinstating the drilling permit. Henry Lazenby | October 20, 2022 | 11:26 am
CHARTS: “Almost unattainable” gap between green energy copper demand and mining supply New report estimates 1 million additional tonnes of copper supply is needed per year to meet climate goals. The tally so far in 2022? 260,000 tonnes. Staff Writer | October 20, 2022 | 9:53 am
Aluminum rebound buoys Alcoa, muting global slowdown worries The largest US aluminum producer had third-quarter adjusted loss of $60 million or 33 cents a share, missing the average estimate of 3 cents profit. Bloomberg News | October 20, 2022 | 9:51 am
Syrah Resources to expand Louisiana graphite plant after $220 million grant Syrah plans to expand its Louisiana graphite anode plant fourfold after being selected for a $219.8 million grant. Reuters | October 20, 2022 | 9:02 am
Gold price under pressure as global recession risk pushes up dollar Renewed strength in the greenback has now seen bullion tumble more than 20% since a March peak. Bloomberg News | October 20, 2022 | 8:53 am