First Quantum buys into Aussie explorer to boost Zambia copper
It will invest A$15.2 million for a 15% stake in Prospect Resources, its neighbour in the Zambian copper belt.
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Copper traders, manufacturers discuss funding for Chile smelter
Enami has started sounding out advisers for a process to finance the Paipote smelter.
Study confirms drop-in electrode technology enables 10 minute EV charging at -10°C
US company said its platform can provide the charge even at low temperatures—without compromising safety, cycle life, or compatibility with existing manufacturing processes.
Gold that flowed into US in tariff bet now slowly trickles out
Tens of billions of dollars’ worth of bullion flowed into the country — so much so that it distorted US trade data in the process and pushed Comex inventories to an all-time high.
China suspends rare earth, magnet exports – report
The disruptions come just as the US announced tariff exemptions for many electronics, but rare earth components remain affected.
China to keep building coal plants through 2027, state planner says
The plan follows a report from the China Coal Association last week that said China's coal consumption would not peak until 2028.
New Jersey warehouse filled with copper shows Trump tariff risk
The owner of E.W. Berger & Bro has been loading up on copper plumbing parts to get ahead of possible US import tariffs.
Ghana orders foreigners to exit gold market by April 30
Ghana is shifting away from a system in which local and foreign companies can buy and export gold from artisanal or small-scale mining.
Gold Fields to end operations at Ghana’s Damang mine after lease extension denied
Ghana’s government rejected the company’s application to extend the lease, which is set to expire on April 18.
