Fitch sees scope for ‘digestible’ tax hike on Chile copper mines
Chile can raise the tax burden for copper producers by about 5 percentage points without significantly affecting the industry, according to Fitch Ratings.
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Gold price drops 2% as Fed official flags more rate hikes
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LME trial over nickel trading debacle set for June 20-22
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Canada ready to become critical minerals provider, says minister
Canada has critical minerals cooperation agreements with Japan, the US and the European Union.
Mexico’s mining law overhaul could cost $9 billion in coming years, says mining chamber
The head of Mexico's mining chamber issued a stark warning against the proposal, saying it could cost the country up to 420,000 direct jobs.
Teck’s top shareholder backs Glencore takeover
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