US energy chief downplays interest in Greenland’s rare earths The Trump administration’s primary interest in Greenland is on national security, according to US Energy Secretary Chris Wright. Bloomberg News | February 18, 2026 | 7:11 am
Sumitomo’s Madagascar nickel-cobalt project remains shut due to cyclone damage Company spokesperson said it is expected to take several weeks to assess the extent of the damage. Reuters | February 18, 2026 | 7:05 am
Mining stocks dominate TSXV’s top performers list Topping the list is Santacruz Silver Mining, which finished 2025 with a 1,137% market cap growth alongside a 1,103% appreciation in share price. Staff Writer | February 18, 2026 | 6:54 am
Alcoa to pay $39 million after illegally clearing Australian native forest The payment relates to nearly 2,100 hectares of land cleared between 2019 and 2025 in the Northern Jarrah Forest. Reuters | February 18, 2026 | 6:49 am
CHARTS: US copper glut hides refining crunch Benchmark Mineral Intelligence says that refining bottlenecks, not mining output, keep the US reliant on foreign copper processors. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 18, 2026 | 6:27 am
Ground View: How industry leaders are shaping Pakistan’s mining future Upcoming field series examines how Pakistan’s institutions and people will determine whether mining projects move forward. Erik Groves | February 18, 2026 | 5:39 am
Glencore steps up copper growth, keeps M&A in play Payout rises as copper growth advances, with debt steady and asset sales and partnerships under way. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 18, 2026 | 3:58 am
Japan, US reach $36 billion of gas, mineral deals in Trump pact The most significant investment is a natural gas facility in Ohio that’s expected to generate 9.2 gigawatts of power. Bloomberg News | February 17, 2026 | 5:09 pm
Billionaire Paulson sells stake in Alaska-focused Trilogy Metals Paulson, with an 8.7% stake, had been the fourth-largest investor. Bloomberg News | February 17, 2026 | 4:58 pm