Argentina’s Senate passes glacier law reform to unlock mining projects
If enacted, the controversial bill would enable provinces to set their own standards for protecting glaciers and periglacial environments.
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MP Materials inks rare earths deal with mystery automaker
The sole American producer of rare earth minerals said the agreement would supply neodymium-praseodymium oxide.
MP Materials swings to Q4 profit on US government price support
The company's results were aided by $51 million in price protection agreement income from the US government.
Global Atomic faces potential class action
Plaintiffs allege that the company had made "misrepresentations" to investors in its public disclosure.
Ecuadorean lawmakers pass reform geared at driving mining investment
Key among the changes is the replacement of the current environmental license with a broader “environmental authorization” for mining.
Codelco, Rio Tinto sign early agreement to weigh investments
The agreement focuses on project management, operational standards and supply chain coordination.
Copper price edges lower as traders await return of China demand
The buildup of copper inventories in China was also greater than usual during the holiday period.
India expands rules for $385 billion stock funds to add gold
Under revised rules, stock funds can invest the remainder of their portfolios — up to 35% of their assets — in gold and silver instruments.
Japan leans more on China for rare earths despite lower imports
China supplied around 76% of the rare earths imported by Japan in January, according to data.