Rising copper demand spurs search for alternative climate solutions
CRU, a metals consultant, sees demand increasing about 40% by 2050 even if cleaner technologies aren’t rolled out aggressively.
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Copper price hits $10,000/t as BHP bid shows tight supply pipeline
The metal has reclaimed the $10,000 threshold for the first time in two years.
Glencore mulls mining investments in Nigeria
It's especially interested in nickel, cobalt, zinc and other metals, provided the government guarantees a stable business environment.
Iron ore price set for 3rd weekly rise on China demand
The Dalian contract posted a weekly gain of 2% and the Singapore benchmark has risen 1.7% so far.
Implats weighs 3,900 job cuts in South Africa as price rout takes toll
Job losses are hot-button issues in the lead-up to the May 29 election.
Anglo American Platinum appoints Naidoo as CFO
Naidoo has been acting CFO since October 2023.
Anglo American rejects “opportunistic” $39bn takeover bid from BHP
Under takeover rules, BHP is required to either make a solid offer for Anglo American by May 22 or walk away.
Australian Strategic gets debt funding for rare earths project
The funding is for the development of its rare earths and critical minerals Dubbo project in New South Wales.
Miner owned by South America’s richest family mulls bond sale
Antofagasta, which operates copper mines in Chile, last tapped global debt markets in 2022 when it sold $500 million in 10-year bonds.
