Gold output at top North American miners wanes as global rivals gain Newmont, Agnico Eagle Mines and Barrick Mining had lower gold production in 2025 from the prior year. Bloomberg News | April 8, 2026 | 10:36 am
Uranium Energy adds second ISR operation with Burke Hollow start The Vancouver-based company becomes the only US uranium producer with two active ISR operations. Staff Writer | April 8, 2026 | 10:01 am
First Quantum taps IFC for Argentina copper push Agreement boosts financing prospects while advancing sustainability at Taca Taca, a major copper project in Argentina. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 8, 2026 | 9:13 am
Mosaic to idle Brazil phosphate plants in cost-cutting push The fertilizer producer said it will idle two phosphate facilities, cut jobs and reduce annual output by about 1 million tonnes. Reuters | April 8, 2026 | 9:01 am
Gold price climbs to three-week high on US-Iran ceasefire Spot gold rose as much as 3% to over $4,850 per ounce. Staff Writer | April 8, 2026 | 8:49 am
Brazil court reinstates charges against former Vale CEO Prosecutors say records show Schvartsman ignored known risks linked to the Córrego do Feijão tailings dam. Staff Writer | April 8, 2026 | 8:25 am
Rock Tech draws $144M investment in Ontario lithium plant BMI will act as the project’s lead limited partner, while Rock Tech controls development, engineering and operations. Frédéric Tomesco | April 8, 2026 | 8:09 am
Africa to pilot bond aimed at formalizing artisanal mining The instrument links investor returns to predefined social and environmental outcomes for workers, communities and host economies rather than output. Reuters | April 8, 2026 | 7:30 am
Zimbabwe to introduce lithium export quotas, sets conditions for resumption of shipments A 10% export tax will, meanwhile, continue to be levied on lithium concentrate exports until a January 2027 ban comes into force. Reuters | April 8, 2026 | 7:15 am