October 18, 2022

Codelco sets record benchmark copper premium for Europe, sources say

The world's biggest copper miner has agreed a record benchmark premium for European buyers at $234 a tonne for 2023, up 83% from this year.

October 18, 2022

Cobre Panama copper mine contract could be ready next month, ministry says

First Quantum has been waiting for the document since September 2021, when it began negotiations with the government of Panama.

October 18, 2022

Zijin to buy Rosebel from Iamgold for $360 million

The Chinese miner will acquire Iamgold's 95% interest in Rosebel Gold Mines, which owns the Rosebel operation and 70% of Saramacca in Suriname.

October 17, 2022

Vale beats output estimate in new blow to iron ore prices

The Brazilian mining giant produced 89.7 million metric tonnes, topping the 87.2 million-tonne average analyst estimate.

October 14, 2022

The world’s top 10 lithium mining companies

Lithium prices hit an all-time high this week as battery makers scramble to secure supply amid booming demand.

October 14, 2022

Sherritt to recoup $260 million of outstanding debt from Cuban partners

The new agreements with Cuban partners would allow the Moa joint venture to prioritize dividend payments in the form of finished cobalt.

October 14, 2022

Regulus receives $5 million investment from Osisko Gold for AntaKori project

This investment represents second completed by Osisko on the AntaKori project.

October 14, 2022

Column: Record European copper premiums as buyers shut out Russia

Just as Aurubis and Codelco aim to grab market share in Europe by replacing Russian metal, they risk losing market share in Asia if large amounts of Russian copper are…

October 14, 2022

Union at Antofagasta’s Los Pelambres mine reaches labour deal to avoid strike

Contract agreement includes wage increases, bonuses and various benefits.

October 13, 2022

Nexa expects high prices as Europe smelters shut

Nexa's chief executive says the European situation is opening opportunities to expand zinc sales in the continent at higher prices.