January 11, 2026

US to push for quicker action in reducing reliance on China for rare earths

Aside from Japan, G7 members remain heavily dependent on critical minerals from China, which has threatened to impose strict export controls.

January 10, 2026

Facebook parent, Sprott power nuclear revival

Meta signed deals this week with three US utilities to buy enough electricity to power 6 million homes by 2035.

January 9, 2026

Bessent says Australia, India invited to G7 meeting on critical minerals

Bessent said he had been pressing for a separate meeting on the issue since last summer's summit of G7 leaders.

January 9, 2026

Gold Reserve settles bank fees linked to PDV Holdings loan

Separately, the company said it is reviewing and updating its security plans to support potential negotiations for a safe return to operations in Venezuela.

January 9, 2026

Lundin seeks Chile permit for $150M Caserones upgrade

Market-driven upgrades aim to secure long-term operations at Caserones without raising output or water use.

January 8, 2026

Gold exports mask weakness in Canada’s broader trade picture

Strong gold shipments to the UK pushed Canada’s overall exports to non‑US countries to a record high in October.

January 8, 2026

Anglo American-Teck merger heading for EU antitrust approval

The Commission will issue its decision on the deal to form the world's fifth-largest copper company by February 10.

January 8, 2026

AI to boost copper demand 50% by 2040 — S&P

The consultancy warns new AI, defence and robotics uses could strain copper supply without major gains in mining and recycling.

January 7, 2026

Gold, silver miners sell stock at fastest pace in over a decade

A flurry of equity raises by the small- and mid-cap precious metals miners comprised the bulk of activity.

January 6, 2026

Wealth Minerals wins approval for lithium application in Chile

The mining ministry will present the company with a contract for an early-stage project in the Ollagüe salt flat.