December 4, 2025

Aurubis seeks curbs to keep metal recycling materials in EU

The company advocated for export restrictions and customs duties on an EU level to ensure that recycling materials remained in Europe.

December 3, 2025

US, Congo eye minerals pact amid peace deal with Rwanda

A series of deals target ending a long-running conflict in the eastern part of the resource-rich African nation.

December 3, 2025

Column: Congo’s attempt to control cobalt market risks becoming supply shock

The withdrawal of supply from the country that accounted for 70% of global mine production last year has been a booster for cobalt price.

December 3, 2025

Italy urged by ECB to reconsider gold reserves proposal

The Bank of Italy holds about 2,452 tonnes of gold, the third-largest stash after the US and Germany.

December 3, 2025

Glencore to restart production at Alumbrera copper mine in Argentina

Alumbrera, in the northern province of Catamarca, will likely kick off production by the first half of 2028, Glencore said.

December 3, 2025

Shares in China’s only uranium miner triple on Shenzhen debut

China National Uranium raised around 4 billion yuan ($570 million) as it debuted on the Shenzhen exchange on Wednesday.

December 3, 2025

China copper smelters, Chile miner in deadlock over fee talks

Annual negotiations between the smelters and Antofagasta have not progressed since initial meetings took place last week.

December 3, 2025

Iron ore shakeup begins as Simandou’s first boat heads for China

The Winning Youth vessel — loaded with iron ore from the $23 billion Simandou mine — set sail on Tuesday evening.

December 3, 2025

Fortescue works with Chinese steelmaker on new green iron technology

The project aims to develop a new technology that will remove the process of pre-treating raw materials.

December 3, 2025

EU to introduce export restrictions on rare earth magnet waste in early 2026

Recycling would potentially meet 20% of the EU's current permanent magnet demand of 20,000 tonnes.