August 20, 2024 China’s gold imports tumble again as record prices deter buyers Gold imports in July fell 24% to 44.6 tons, the lowest in more than two years.
August 20, 2024 Coal-rich Indian state to pass mining tax after court ruling A sum of 100 rupees ($1.19) a ton will be levied on coal and iron ore production once it’s passed.
August 20, 2024 Hindustan Zinc nearly doubles dividend payout The move is expected to help group parent Vedanta Resources reduce its debt.
August 20, 2024 Antofagasta’s half-year profit up on strong copper prices In July, the company said full-year copper output from its four mines in Chile would be at the lower end of its guidance range.
August 20, 2024 BHP’s quick strike fix sets tone for labor talks amid copper rally Analysts say BHP's quick fix to a recent six-day strike at its huge Escondida copper mine in Chile could set the tone for upcoming negotiations elsewhere.
August 19, 2024 Strike at Lundin’s Caserones copper mine showing no signs of resolution after a week The workers are prepared to drag out the strike for more than 40 days if needed, according to the union's president.
August 19, 2024 Gold bars are worth a million dollars for the first time The milestone was reached Friday, when the precious metal’s spot price surpassed $2,500 per troy ounce.
August 19, 2024 US gives Electra $20 million to build cobalt plant The funds will support construction of a cobalt sulfate facility in Ontario that will be North America’s only refinery.
August 19, 2024 Chinese copper exports fall from record as local demand rebounds Exports of unwrought copper and products fell 40% from June to 140,940 tons, according to customs data on Sunday.
August 19, 2024 Union at BHP’s Escondida copper mine signs new deal, ending risk of strike Earlier, the union had sent a memo to members warning it might re-start the strike if the company did not "rectify its position" over contract talks.
Bessent says any narrowing of US metals tariffs up to Trump Trump is planning to roll back some of his 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum products. February 13, 2026 | 09:17 am
