April 28, 2024

BHP mega bid and $10,000 copper expose mining’s biggest problem

The biggest producers all want to increase copper output to take advantage of rising demand for electric vehicles, grid infrastructure and data centers.

April 27, 2024

BHP considering improved proposal for Anglo American after bid rejected

BHP Group is considering making an improved offer for Anglo American after its $39 billion initial proposal was rejected.

April 26, 2024

American Rare Earths rejects $400 million SPAC takeover offer

The company's 100%-owned US subsidiary owns Halleck Creek, one of the world’s top 10 rare earth projects.

April 26, 2024

‘Aussie kryptonite’ helps identify mineral deposits

Plumbian orthoclase is useful as an indicator mineral, which helps geologists locate and assess the presence of certain ore deposits.

April 26, 2024

Copper price hits $10,000/t as BHP bid shows tight supply pipeline

The metal has reclaimed the $10,000 threshold for the first time in two years.

April 26, 2024

Anglo American rejects “opportunistic” $39bn takeover bid from BHP

Under takeover rules, BHP is required to either make a solid offer for Anglo American by May 22 or walk away.

April 25, 2024

Australian Strategic gets debt funding for rare earths project

The funding is for the development of its rare earths and critical minerals Dubbo project in New South Wales.

April 25, 2024

On lithium’s frontier, miners are betting on a greener second act

Despite bullish long term forecasts, the metal has been languishing near two-year lows as demand fails to keep pace.

April 25, 2024

Anglo’s stumbles have made it prey for mining’s biggest predator

The company’s reputation is in tatters after a series of missteps sent its value plunging by half. And now industry heavyweight BHP is moving in.

April 25, 2024

South Africa scrutinizes BHP bid for Anglo weeks before election

The deal worth about $39 billion would involve Anglo exiting its platinum and iron ore assets in the country.