Barrick on the hunt for new mines, not deals, CEO says While open to M&A opportunities, Mark Bristow says he is currently more interested in buying assets rather than companies. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 8, 2023 | 3:58 am
Top uranium miner Kazatomprom to develop own rare metals deposit The company's subsidiary, Ulba Metallurgical Plant, will be tasked with determining the potential of the Verkhny Irgiz deposit. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 5, 2023 | 3:49 am
Rio Tinto wants lithium assets, but not at current prices Speaking after Rio’s annual general meeting, CEO Jakob Stausholm said he didn’t want to pay a high premium for lithium assets. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 4, 2023 | 4:43 am
Chile’s new lithium policy a boon for other producers Uncertainty surrounding Chile's plans to bring its lithium industry under state control will send capital elsewhere, with Canada a likely beneficiary. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 3, 2023 | 7:09 am
Wyloo extends deadline for Mincor takeover bid The offer by Wyloo Metals, owned by Australian mining magnate Andrew Forrest, now expires on May 22, by close of trading on the ASX. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 3, 2023 | 3:53 am
Bulgari Laguna blue diamond could fetch $28m in auction The 11.16 carats fancy vivid blue diamond will go under Sotheby’s hammer on May 12, as part of the Geneva Magnificent Jewels auction. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 2, 2023 | 4:53 am
Fortescue Metals begins magnetite production at Iron Bridge After 20 years, 20 million work hours, delays and cost overruns, the Western Australia mine delivered its first 68% iron grade product. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 2, 2023 | 3:40 am
