September 6, 2024

First Quantum to invest $3.5 billion in Taca Taca copper project in Argentina — report

According to Rumbo Minero International, representatives of the Canadian mining company met with Argentine officials.

September 6, 2024

Trafigura’s top China iron ore traders leave group

The departures came after global prices of the key steel-making ingredient tumbled almost 40%.

September 6, 2024

Nexa Resources sells Peru copper asset for up to $29 million

Nexa said the buyer, Canada’s Olympic Precious Metals, will initially pay $4.3 million, with rest subject to milestones being met.

September 5, 2024

Chile’s Corfo to issue tender for projects that make lithium products

The chosen companies will have access to lithium at a preferential price produced by Albemarle.

September 5, 2024

CHART: Codelco’s QB stake may not be enough to stop BHP taking copper crown

Codelco's 10% stake in Teck's Quebrada Blanca copper mine is up against BHP's ambitious Australian expansion plans.

September 5, 2024

Codelco acquires Enami’s 10% stake in Teck’s Quebrada Blanca mine

The deal will contribute 25,000 to 30,000 tonnes of copper to Codelco's annual output.

September 5, 2024

Golden Minerals sells Argentina project to relieve cash crunch

As of the end of August, the company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $900,000.

September 5, 2024

Copper processing charges could fall further next year, says Cochilco

Cochilco said it expects a deficit of 1.9 million tons of concentrates this year, pushing processing charges to $40 per ton this year.

September 5, 2024

First Majestic to expand in Mexico with $970m Gatos Silver buy

Move hands First Majestic a group of high-grade, large silver deposits in the Los Gatos district of Mexico’s Chihuahua state. 

September 4, 2024

Video: How the world’s first fully traceable tin mine works  

The San Rafael mine in Peru produces 12% of the world's tin.