October 9, 2025

Argentina mining investment on pause as midterm elections loom

Argentina is set to hold midterm elections on October 26, a crucial test for President Javier Milei as he enters the second half of his term.

October 9, 2025

Copper output from Codelco slides 25% in August after deadly mine accident

Production fell to 93,400 metric tons for the month.

October 9, 2025

Over 25% of global copper supply trapped by ESG roadblocks — study

The US, Peru, Chile and Panama hold some of the largest reserves now off the market due to environmental, social, and governance hurdles.

October 9, 2025

Franco-Nevada taps Western Australia for next phase of growth

CEO Paul Brink announced two new hires in Western Australia, signalling support for junior gold developers in the resource-rich state.

October 8, 2025

Brazilian Rare Earths to sell feedstocks to Carester

The processor will buy a maximum of 150 tonnes per annum of contained dysprosium and terbium.

October 8, 2025

McEwen sees copper investors resisting latest Argentina woes

McEwen Copper released a feasibility study for its Los Azules project and is looking to go public early next year.

October 8, 2025

Copper price hits new high as Teck cuts production forecast

Copper surged to a 16-month high in London after the miner lowered its guidance for 2025.

October 8, 2025

Teck slashes copper forecast as Anglo stands firm on $53B merger

Teck now expects 415,000–465,000 tonnes of copper in 2025, down from 470,000–525,000 amid ongoing issues at QB and HVC.

October 7, 2025

Peru minister touts Saudi mining interest and Chevron offshore potential

The parties expect to sign an MOU in November to develop lithium, copper and other strategic mineral projects.

October 7, 2025

Chile mining regulator says investigation into fatal mine collapse will take months

The July accident in Codelco's star copper mine led to the death of six workers and was the deadliest mining accident in Chile.