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.
January 6, 2026 Centerra rises on Mt Milligan copper-gold mine life boost Mount Milligan, ranked as a mid-tier project by reserve size and grade compared to other mines in BC, had already received a two-year extension.
January 6, 2026 Agnico, Aya and Gunnison lead MDC December rankings Investor sentiment, firm metals prices and 2025 milestones lifted gold, silver and copper leaders in December.
Congo pitches new $29 billion iron ore and logistics project The first phase of the project would require the construction of heavy rail and transport on the Congo River. January 13, 2026 | 10:11 am
