February 4, 2022 Mexico’s “Silver King,” billionaire Alberto Bailleres, has died Bailleres had a net worth of $8.5 billion, making him Mexico’s fourth richest person.
February 3, 2022 Mexico seeks to settle $1.1bn Vulcan suit over limestone mine closure President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has given the company until March to respond to an offer of facilities to develop a tourism project in the area in exchange for withdrawing…
February 3, 2022 Understanding global demand for steelmaking coal As demand for steel grows, so will steelmaking coal’s role in sustainable production.
February 3, 2022 China built Congo a toll road that led straight to the ruling family The Kabilas’ involvement in the toll road came to light through the biggest leak ever of financial documents from Africa.
February 3, 2022 Poland violates law in lignite mine dispute, EU court aide says Polish and Czech government negotiators have reached an agreement in their dispute over Turow.
February 3, 2022 Chile committee votes to scrap water rights for mines and farms The plan would require mines, agribusinesses and utilities to seek temporary permits to use water in a new model that prioritizes human consumption, the sustainability of water reserves and indigenous…
February 3, 2022 Samarco to add revenue, hit output goal sooner after Vale deal The miner expects to reach total production of 25.7-million tonnes of iron ore pellets in 2030, a year earlier than previously projected.
February 3, 2022 China’s metals imports boomed in 2021, so did its exports Such divergence is highly unusual but reflects the equally unusual combination of pandemic recovery and supply-side constraints, writes Andy Home.
February 3, 2022 Global copper smelting surges in January, satellite data shows The number of inactive smelters fell to the lowest level since February 2018.
February 3, 2022 Explainer: Costs of nickel and cobalt used in electric vehicle batteries Rising sales and a scramble along the supply chain to secure materials have propelled prices of battery ingredients.
Hedge funds cut bullish gold wagers to lowest in 15 weeks Hedge funds and other large speculators reduced net-long positions by 23%. February 06, 2026 | 03:33 pm
