Sandvik to build $37M mining service hub in Canada Facility consolidates cutting, parts and aftermarket services to support potash, uranium and hard-rock mining by late 2026. Staff Writer | December 22, 2025 | 8:11 am
Congo collects samples for CMOC’s first cobalt shipment The DRC is collecting samples for CMOC's first cobalt shipment under a new quota system, expected soon. Reuters | December 22, 2025 | 7:20 am
VIDEO: Sean Boyd on why smart money is rushing back to gold and Canada Boyd explains to Alex Deluce gold’s breakout across currencies, why critical minerals are strategic, and why Canada’s mining moment is here. Alex Deluce | December 22, 2025 | 7:07 am
Copper price heads toward $12,000 as banks predict further gains With year-end approaching, copper on the London Metal Exchange is up nearly 40%, marking its biggest annual gain since 2009. Bloomberg News | December 22, 2025 | 7:00 am
Glencore buys majority stake in Dutch fuel company FincoEnergies Finco is a major player in the Dutch wholesale fuel market and in the region's biofuels and low-carbon fuel sectors. Reuters | December 22, 2025 | 5:21 am
Allied Gold starts Sadiola expansion, boosts output outlook Startup of new processing capacity sets the stage for higher grades, stronger cash flow and multi-year growth at Sadiola. Staff Writer | December 22, 2025 | 4:56 am
Copper’s tight supply and tariff risks set for a volatile 2026 Analysts warn structural deficits may start in 2026 as copper hits records, demand accelerates and supply struggles to keep up. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 22, 2025 | 3:35 am
Dalian iron ore extends gains on tight BHP supply, firmer hot metal production Dalian iron ore futures rose for a fifth session due to tight supply from BHP's Jimblebar and Jingbao fines, plus strong China production. Reuters | December 22, 2025 | 3:00 am
Over 60% of critical minerals demand met through global trade: IEF The IEF report predicts global demand for copper, nickel, cobalt, lithium and rare earths rising from 28 million tonnes in 2021 to nearly 41 million by 2040. Staff Writer | December 21, 2025 | 8:24 am