How Rio–Glencore talks fell apart

In the end it wasn't about copper, iron ore or coal, but who was paying more.

MINING.COM Editor | February 6, 2026 | 4:23 am

The two companies were locked in merger talks for at least the fourth time.

Bloomberg News | February 5, 2026 | 4:58 pm

The largest union has approved a new three‑year labour contract, ending a strike that started on January 2.

Reuters | February 5, 2026 | 4:44 pm

Global gold demand is being reshaped by shifting sovereign reserve strategies.

Anthony Vaccaro, with files from Ali Ravaghi | Creative design: James Alafriz | February 5, 2026 | 1:05 pm

Investors focused on rising inventories and waning appetite from Chinese buyers, even after some dip-buying emerged earlier this week.

Bloomberg News | February 5, 2026 | 12:52 pm

The proposed move comes just weeks after the company confirmed the Silicon Ridge discovery.

Staff Writer | February 5, 2026 | 12:02 pm

Equinox Gold expects its two new Canadian mines to drive a step-change in production as it shifts toward a North America–weighted portfolio.

Northern Miner Staff | February 5, 2026 | 11:03 am

Projects like Savannah's in Portugal are seen as a key test of Europe's ability to produce lithium.

Reuters | February 5, 2026 | 10:19 am

Billionaire trader Bian Ximing now holds a short that stands at about 450 tons of silver, or 30,000 contracts.

Bloomberg News | February 5, 2026 | 10:13 am