China expands gold reserves at central bank for fifth month The People’s Bank of China raised its holdings by about 18 tons in March. Bloomberg News | April 7, 2023 | 8:31 am
Avino reports fatality at Mexico silver mine The company recently delivered an updated resource estimate for the Avino property. Staff Writer | April 6, 2023 | 1:14 pm
Teck Resources, Agnico Eagle close San Nicolás copper JV in Mexico Agnico Eagle, through a Mexican subsidiary, will take a 50% stake in Minas de San Nicolás for $580 million. Staff Writer | April 6, 2023 | 12:24 pm
Osisko Metals, Appian complete JV to advance Pine Point zinc project Appian plans to invest up to C$100 million over an estimated four-year period to acquire a 60% interest in Pine Point in the Northwest Territories. Staff Writer | April 6, 2023 | 10:37 am
Anglo American to build green hydrogen hub in central Chile The project, focused on innovation and new technologies, would involve building facilities around Santiago and the Valparaiso coastal region. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 6, 2023 | 10:10 am
Australia to work with Germany on critical minerals study Australia is looking to partner with friendly nations to build up its value adding industry. Reuters | April 6, 2023 | 10:05 am
Hecla firms up deal to acquire ATAC Resources Hecla is the largest silver producer in the US, and is projected to also be the largest in Canada. Staff Writer | April 6, 2023 | 9:45 am
Iron ore price falls to lowest in 3 months on weak steel demand Analysts expect steel demand to gradually pick up. Staff Writer | April 6, 2023 | 9:15 am
China’s lithium hub cuts back production after price collapse Some lithium producers in Yichun in Jiangxi province, including two major ones, have reduced processing rates to stem losses. Bloomberg News | April 6, 2023 | 8:07 am