April 9, 2025

Peru mining chamber sees copper output up 2-4% this year

That would put Peru's copper production between 2.79 million and 2.85 million metric tons.

April 9, 2025

One in 10 Brazilian mines may be abandoned, study finds

Brazil has 3,943 mining sites showing signs of abandonment, or 11% of the country's authorized operations, according to a new study.

April 9, 2025

Chile mining minister expects short-term copper demand to slow due to tariffs

The country would hope for a competitive advantage at the low-end of tariff range, Mining Minister Aurora Williams said.

April 9, 2025

Op-Ed: Why pause in US anti-corruption enforcement will hurt mining firms, not help them

In the race for critical minerals, bribery is not a guaranteed foot on the accelerator.

April 8, 2025

Anglo American urges faster permits in Chile to close copper supply gap

The company operates Los Bronces and owns 44% of Collahuasi, two major copper mines.

April 8, 2025

Argentina aims to boost lithium production by 75% in 2025, sees no risk from trade war

The boost in production is expected to mostly come from new operations in Salta and expansions in Catamarca and Jujuy, the northern provinces.

April 8, 2025

BHP gives Chile a $13 billion reason to cut red tape for mines

BHP has said previously that the projects would take production to an average annual rate of about 1.4 million metric tons next decade in Chile.

April 8, 2025

Copper price slumps into bear market amid tariff fears

Copper prices fell for a third straight day, translating to a 20% decline from their recent high in late March.

April 8, 2025

Codelco aims for upper end of copper output range, plans return to bond market, CEO says

The Chilean copper miner is expecting to reach 1.39 million metric tons of production this year.

April 8, 2025

BHP could kick off Escondida mine investment this year, executive says

BHP requested initial permits in February as part of a larger plan to maximize production at Escondida.