September 12, 2025

‘Paper gold is over’ as BRICS nations build dollar-free payments

Canadian dealmaker Frank Giustra says the age of paper gold is ending as BRICS nations stand up a parallel financial system that routes around the US dollar.

September 12, 2025

Indonesia cites lack of forestry permits in land seizures from nickel miners

President Prabowo Subianto said last week that more than 1,000 illegal mining operations were identified.

September 12, 2025

Freeport keeps Grasberg shut amid rescue operations

The company continues its efforts to rescue seven workers trapped underground earlier this week.

September 12, 2025

Nickel price gains after Indonesia seizes part of giant mine

A government task force took control on Thursday of about 148 hectares of the operation owned by PT Weda Bay Nickel.

September 11, 2025

Thai gold demand seen soaring as strong currency adds to allure

Gold demand, excluding central bank purchase, is set to climb 10% this year to 53.7 tons, according to the Thai Futures Exchange.

September 11, 2025

India explores rare earth supply deal with Myanmar rebel group

Myanmar’s Kachin state in the north is among the world’s few sources of heavy rare earths.

September 11, 2025

From the ground to the rule book: Mining’s new regulatory era

The lesson is clear: in modern mining, geology opens the door, but regulation decides who walks in.

September 11, 2025

Nickel shortage, higher costs pinch Indonesian producers

Permitting issues are a key reason for the ore scarcity.

September 11, 2025

Japan pours $7B into African corridor backing Sovereign’s project

The Nacala Corridor is key for Sovereign’s forthcoming DFS for its Kasiya rutile-graphite project in Malawi.

September 10, 2025

Zijin Gold targets over $30 billion valuation in Hong Kong IPO

Zijin Gold's listing to be Hong Kong's second largest this year.