Peru pulls permit for $1.8B Tia Maria copper mine Government cites legal and technical gaps, forcing review of a top copper project that has faced over a decade of delays. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 10, 2026 | 7:09 am
Mercuria trader who built huge LME aluminum bets has left Sonny McNess' departure comes at a time when the aluminum market is facing the prospect of a supply squeeze. Bloomberg News | April 10, 2026 | 7:06 am
Glencore buys 45% stake in South Carolina aluminum recycling plant Glencore had previously funded the Charleston-area facility in exchange for marketing rights. Reuters | April 10, 2026 | 6:53 am
Paladin targets 2027 uranium decision on Patterson Lake South PLS has become Paladin’s clearest shot at adding a second uranium mine and diversify production from the Langer Heinrich uranium mine in Namibia. Henry Lazenby | April 10, 2026 | 5:36 am
US pushes to renew ties with Peru ahead of uncertain election The US is making a strong push to increase influence in Peru, a key copper and silver producer and strategic partner for China. Reuters | April 10, 2026 | 4:30 am
EU, US near critical minerals pact to counter China’s grip EU and US advance a minerals pact to reduce China reliance and stabilize supply chains amid rising geopolitical tensions. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 10, 2026 | 4:09 am
Whitehaven Coal secures $600 million loan The funds will repay part of its existing $1.1 billion acquisition loan tied to its purchase of BHP's Queensland coal mines. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 7:31 pm
Fortescue aims to eliminate fossil fuels at its mines by 2028 The miner is targeting 24-hour fossil-fuel-free production years ahead of plan. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 7:18 pm
Venezuela approves mining law to encourage foreign investment Mineral deposits remain the property of the state and disputes can be resolved through arbitration, according to the law. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 2:41 pm