Appian talking to US, Australia on critical minerals after IFC deal
The private equity firm and the International Finance Corporation launched a $1 billion fund in October to invest in projects in Africa and Latin America.
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China issues first batch of streamlined rare earth licences
These new licences, according to sources cited by Reuters, were issued to three of China's leading magnet makers.
Trump pressure fuels Latin America’s critical minerals push
IDB president Ilan Goldfajn said Latin America aims to refine lithium, copper and other minerals instead of exporting raw materials to Asia.
US firms are snapping up the rare earths Europe needs to rearm
European defense companies are trying to buy rare earths directly, without coordinating with suppliers, and with little government support.
Navoi Mining receives S&P credit rating upgrade
The upgrade reflects "the company’s solid financial position and the resilience of its operational performance," the firm said.
UK has no immediate plans for critical minerals price floor, minister says
So far Britain is attracting adequate investment in the critical minerals sector to develop home-grown supply, Industry Minister Chris McDonald said.
Ascot launches $107M placement, restructures debt
Proceeds of the offering, Ascot said, will be used to further develop its mining projects in British Columbia.
Torex finds new high-grade gold zones near Media Luna
Commercial production at Media Luna began in the spring.
Vale, Glencore explore Canada JV in bid to boost copper exposure
The proposed collaboration is to jointly develop a $1.6-$2 billion project at their neighbouring properties in the Sudbury basin.
