January 16, 2026

Rio Tinto-Glencore merger may need asset sales to win over China

China's antitrust regulator is likely to be concerned about a combined entity's concentration in copper production, analysts said.

January 16, 2026

Mobius shuns record-breaking gold on risk of dollar rebound

The dollar could strengthen from current levels as forecasts point to a turnaround in the US economy, the veteran investor said.

January 16, 2026

Heavy rainfall disrupts Australian metallurgical coal supplies

Some coal miners have declared force majeure on portions of their shipments or warned customers of potential delays, according to traders.

January 16, 2026

Argentina’s mining exports hit record $6 billion in 2025

Gold led the way with an all-time high $4.078 billion in exports.

January 16, 2026

Mali gold output plunges 23% as Barrick halt, tougher rules reshape sector

Industrial production fell to 42.2 metric tons from an updated 54.8 tons in 2024.

January 16, 2026

Last Czech deep coal mine closes as centuries-old industry reaches final day

The last Czech black coal shaft, a symbol of Central Europe's industrial power, will close at January's end.

January 15, 2026

US asks allies to step up measures on Chinese minerals

Ending US reliance on the minerals has been a top priority for Washington since last year, when Beijing imposed export restrictions on rare earths.

January 15, 2026

Maaden selects Metso to deliver a gold processing plant to Ar Rjum mine

The order includes process electrification, field instrumentation and automation.

January 15, 2026

Retail investors steer record amount cash into silver, creating crowded trade

The iShares ETF recorded $69.2 million in retail inflows on Wednesday, marking the largest day of retail buying second only to 2021.

January 15, 2026

Bill Gates’ Breakthrough, BMW and Canada back lithium refiner

Mangrove Water Technologies secured a total investment of $85 million.