January 20, 2026

Russia gains $216 billion in gold rally, replacing lost assets

Russia, the world's second-largest gold producer, mines over 300 tonnes/y of the metal.

January 20, 2026

CMOC raises $1.2 billion in convertibles deal

The notes mark the largest convertible-bond deal by a Chinese miner since Zijin’s $2 billion issuance in 2024.

January 20, 2026

Vale’s copper ambition is to produce 1 million tons a year

The only miners to exceed that in 2024 were Freeport-McMoRan, BHP, Codelco and Zijin.

January 20, 2026

Botswana’s diamond stockpile swells as gem price slump persists

The price slump forced Debswana, which accounts for 90% of the country's diamond sales, to temporarily suspend production at some of its mines last year.

January 19, 2026

China rare earth product exports fall as Japan spat draws focus

Rare earths have emerged as a flash point in trade relations in recent years, with the US and other nations seeking to challenge China’s dominance.

January 19, 2026

BHP’s potash blowout overshadows Australia iron ore record

BHP’s Jansen potash project is on track to begin production in mid-2027, but the miner said costs would increase again to $8.4 billion.

January 19, 2026

Viridis targets US, Europe rare earth deals amid China pushback

The negotiations include setting a minimum price for output from Viridis’ $360 million Colossus project in Brazil.

January 19, 2026

Hong Kong billionaire puts quarter of his wealth in gold

The bullish call on gold makes Cheah Cheng Hye a distinct outlier in the world of ultra-high-net-worth investing.

January 19, 2026

Ghana’s mining reforms risk choking investment, says industry body

Africa's top gold producer plans to scrap long-term mining investment stability agreements and double royalties.

January 19, 2026

China’s aluminum output hits record while steel sinks

Aluminum production increased 2.4% to to 45.02 million tons, having risen every year this decade.