Brazil’s Votorantim close to selling controlling stake in Nexa Resources Estadao reports that Votorantim was in direct negotiations to sell its 64.7% stake to a European company. Reuters | April 20, 2026 | 12:42 pm
US Project Vault aims to close first funding tranche soon, official says Project Vault aims to address market weaknesses beyond stockpiling, including capital and supply chain gaps. Reuters | April 20, 2026 | 11:38 am
Copper Intelligence targets untapped eastern Congo deposit The US company plans to begin drilling within four to six weeks. Reuters | April 20, 2026 | 10:30 am
Banyan Gold hits new high on $34M capital raise The financing proceeds, said Banyan, will go towards its exploration efforts at the AurMac project. Staff Writer | April 20, 2026 | 10:07 am
Chile targets faster permits to unlock $100B pipeline Government push to streamline approvals aims to revive investment and job growth in world’s top copper producer. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 20, 2026 | 9:51 am
Russian central bank sold 700,000 oz. of gold in 2026 The sales stand in contrast to continued purchases by central banks in China and Brazil this year. Reuters | April 20, 2026 | 9:36 am
China’s silver imports jump to record on retail and solar demand The world’s biggest silver consumer imported around 836 tons last month, extending a strong run of inbound shipments so far this year. Bloomberg News | April 20, 2026 | 9:29 am
B2Gold expects lower Q2 output from Goose mine after fire damage For the full year, B2Gold reiterated its guidance of 170,000 to 230,000 oz. Staff Writer | April 20, 2026 | 9:09 am
USA Rare Earth boosts Western supply with $2.8B Brazil deal The deal also includes a 15-year offtake agreement to supply a special purpose entity financed by US government agencies and private sources. Blair McBride | April 20, 2026 | 8:52 am