Freeport says Grasberg on track for full production by end of 2027 Grasberg is now running at 50% of capacity and is expected to reach 65% later this year, Freeport Indonesia's CEO says. Staff Writer | May 20, 2026 | 9:03 am
Troilus gold assays underscore M&A potential, analysts say Highlight assays at the West Rim zone include 19 metres grading 2.69 grams gold per tonne, 3.24 grams silver and 0.03% copper. Blair McBride | May 20, 2026 | 8:28 am
Indonesia’s radical export experiment upends its commodity trade “This is resource nationalism on steroids,” said a senior commodities analyst. Bloomberg News | May 20, 2026 | 8:26 am
China sets new mining controls, to fast-track strategic reserve buildout Stricter rules including security reviews on foreign investments in the Chinese mining sector are set to take effect on June 15. Staff Writer | May 20, 2026 | 8:17 am
Sherritt in talks to hand control of Cuba mining business to ex-Trump adviser Company says it has signed a non-binding term sheet with Gillon Capital for a private placement of up to 55% of its common shares. Bloomberg News | May 20, 2026 | 7:06 am
Gulf aluminum April output tumbles to lowest in a over a decade due to Iran war Production in the Gulf was 330,000 metric tons last month, down 35% from the same month in 2025. Reuters | May 20, 2026 | 7:00 am
Gem Diamonds’ large stones lift quarterly revenue Letšeng’s rare large diamonds lifted quarterly revenue as lower carat sales shifted into the second quarter. Staff Writer | May 20, 2026 | 6:46 am
Core Lithium restarts Finniss mine on price rebound Recovering spodumene prices are prompting Australian lithium producers to revive suspended mines and expansion plans. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 20, 2026 | 4:58 am
EU targets tungsten, rare earths stockpile to counter China’s grip Brussels is focusing on strategic reserves and industrial policy due to export curbs revealing vulnerabilities in critical mineral supply. Staff Writer | May 20, 2026 | 3:55 am