October 12, 2023

BYD looks to buy lithium assets in Brazil in EV raw material push

Latin America has emerged as a hot spot for carmakers seeking to tap metals used in electric vehicles.

October 12, 2023

Raising capital now biggest risk to mining companies after ESG

The massive capital outlays required by the green energy transition have become a top mining boardroom agenda item, says new survey.

October 12, 2023

Lithium heavyweight Chile woos Japan to develop local industry

Chile says Japanese battery and metals companies are among Asian investors interested in acquiring long-term preferential access to lithium.

October 12, 2023

BHP averts strike at Escondida mine with preliminary union deal

In late September, the union's members rejected a proposal from the company, prompting government mediation to avoid a work stoppage.

October 11, 2023

China’s copper buyers flex muscles in Codelco contract negotiations

Russian copper exports to China and expectations of surpluses have emboldened Chinese buyers to try and dictate how much they will pay Codelco for the industrial metal next year.

October 11, 2023

Miners seek partners for copper assets as M&A heats up

A flurry of copper mining deals are being lined up for the next six to 12 months, industry sources told Reuters.

October 11, 2023

Stellantis, Rio Tinto raise bets on Argentina copper mining

The fresh funds may give McEwen Copper more breathing space before going public.

October 11, 2023

Codelco said to near buyout of Australia’s Lithium Power

Codelco is nearing a deal to acquire Lithium Power International.

October 10, 2023

Billionaire Paolo Rocca has a plan B if Alpha Lithium bid fails

Tecpetrol SA is giving shareholders in Alpha Lithium until Oct. 20 to accept a “best and final offer” that’s worth $210 million to $230 million.

October 10, 2023

China’s top copper buyers expect a 36% cut in Codelco premium

China's largest copper buyers expect to pay a premium of around $90 per metric ton next year.