US Steel deal seen closing by merger deadline on Trump pivot Talks on the deal between the companies and the US government are ongoing and expected to reach a conclusion before a June 18 deadline, says Bloomberg. Bloomberg News | June 5, 2025 | 12:40 pm
Pinochet’s former son-in-law to exit SQM shareholder group Pampa Group, as the collection of Julio Ponce's sprawling corporate empire is known, is one of SQM's top shareholders. Bloomberg News | June 5, 2025 | 12:04 pm
Serbian farmers vow to oppose Rio Tinto lithium project even after EU labels it strategic The mine in the Jadar valley would eventually meet 90% of Europe's lithium needs should it go ahead. Reuters | June 5, 2025 | 11:58 am
Indonesia nickel firm Ceria Nugraha plans capacity expansion Ceria's new furnace has the capacity to produce 63,200 metric tons of ferronickel annually. Reuters | June 5, 2025 | 10:24 am
EarthLabs Expeditions: First gold pour at revitalized Madsen mine A rare, unfiltered glimpse into what it takes to bring a historic asset back to life in one of Canada’s richest gold districts. Staff Writer | June 5, 2025 | 9:39 am
Australia is ‘safe and reliable’ critical minerals alternative, minister says Australia does not want to just "dig and ship" the minerals and aims to process them as well, trade minister Don Farrell said. Reuters | June 5, 2025 | 9:20 am
Trafigura flags trading headwinds as payouts outstrip profit Trafigura reported net profit of $1.52 billion in the six months through March, up 2.8% from a year earlier. Bloomberg News | June 5, 2025 | 9:09 am
South32 ups investment in American Eagle Gold The investment follows American Eagle's recent issuance of shares to complete its option on the NAK copper-gold project. Staff Writer | June 5, 2025 | 8:36 am
Silver price soars above $36, its highest in 13 years The rally, according to analysts, was likely driven by a combination of technical momentum, improving fundamentals and broader investor interest. Staff Writer | June 5, 2025 | 8:06 am