Copper smelting activity falls for the first time in four months, satellite data shows
The change was driven mainly by Europe, Asia (excluding China) and Oceania.
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Hochschild posts best results in 13 years, restores dividend
The South America-focused miner declared a final dividend of 1.94 cents per share, amounting to at least $10 million for shareholders.
Copper price rises as dollar impact outweighs tariff nervousness
Tariffs of 25% on all US aluminum and steel imports will take effect Wednesday.
Trump rules out Australian steel, aluminum tariff exemptions
White House spokesman Kush Desai confirmed in a statement that the planned levies would come into effect from midnight on Wednesday.
Trump walks back 50% Canada tariff threat, downplays recession
Trump earlier Tuesday had suggested he would double the metal tariffs for Canada in retaliation for Ontario imposing a 25% surcharge on electricity sent to US states.
US considers emergency powers to restart closed coal plants
“Under the national energy emergency, which President Trump has declared, we’ve got to keep every coal plant open,” the US Interior Secretary said.
Argentina has 11 large energy and mining projects in planning, econ vice minister says
Argentina can reach $13 billion in annual exports of minerals, including silver, gold and lithium, Daniel Gonzalez said.
Aluminum premiums for US buyers hit record after Trump doubles tariffs
Canadian smelters account for most primary and alloyed aluminum shipped to the United States.
Gold price climbs as investors seek safety amid tariff flip-flop
Bullion pushed higher following a small drop Monday, when President Donald Trump’s signalled that the economy could first suffer following the tariffs.
