US pushes to renew ties with Peru ahead of uncertain election The US is making a strong push to increase influence in Peru, a key copper and silver producer and strategic partner for China. Reuters | April 10, 2026 | 4:30 am
EU, US near critical minerals pact to counter China’s grip EU and US advance a minerals pact to reduce China reliance and stabilize supply chains amid rising geopolitical tensions. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 10, 2026 | 4:09 am
Whitehaven Coal secures $600 million loan The funds will repay part of its existing $1.1 billion acquisition loan tied to its purchase of BHP's Queensland coal mines. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 7:31 pm
Fortescue aims to eliminate fossil fuels at its mines by 2028 The miner is targeting 24-hour fossil-fuel-free production years ahead of plan. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 7:18 pm
Venezuela approves mining law to encourage foreign investment Mineral deposits remain the property of the state and disputes can be resolved through arbitration, according to the law. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 2:41 pm
Capstone said to tap Scotiabank to divest Mexican copper mine The potential divestment of the Cozamin mine would mark a further step in Capstone’s growth strategy centered around Chile. Bloomberg News | April 9, 2026 | 2:32 pm
US lithium miner to go public following $571M SPAC deal The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026. Staff Writer | April 9, 2026 | 9:43 am
USA Rare Earth considers building French magnet plant The company agreed to pay 40 million euros ($47 million) for a stake in French rare earth processing firm Carester. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 8:57 am
NioCorp lines up Traxys as potential buyer for Elk Creek’s planned output The deal positions NioCorp to sell out the rest of the scheduled minerals output from its Elk Creek project over an initial term of 10 years. Staff Writer | April 9, 2026 | 8:16 am