Base Metals Top Stories

China’s plan to upgrade its industry by 2025 could increase copper demand by 232,000 tonnes

The Chinese government’s Made in China 2025 initiative will have a significant impact on copper demand in China, according to new research commissioned by the International Copper Association.

International Copper Association - ICA | October 17, 2017 | 11:30 am

Rio Tinto declares force majeure at Kennecott following fatal accident

Rio Tinto production of refined copper at the Utah-based division…

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 17, 2017 | 8:53 am

Copper price: Rio slashes production guidance

Delayed ramp-up at Escondida, mine sequencing at Kennecott.

Frik Els | October 16, 2017 | 4:57 pm

Copper price soars to highest since February 2014

Strength of Chinese economy continues to surprise as country's leaders…

Frik Els | October 16, 2017 | 12:06 pm

Car manufacturers are electrifying copper, “The metal of the future”

As many of you know, copper is often seen as…

Frank Holmes - U.S. Global Investors | October 16, 2017 | 11:25 am

BYD considers US battery plant, refrains from selling EVs after Biden Inflation Act

BYD is pursuing a dedicated cell production site in America, buoyed by robust consumer demand for EVs.

Bloomberg News | December 8, 2022 | 8:35 am

Trafigura posts record $7 billion profit in blowout year

Earnings more than doubled in the 12 months through September, Trafigura said.

Bloomberg News | December 8, 2022 | 8:06 am

Column: Copper mine supply wave arrives but will it be the last?

Copper's problem is the lack of visibility on where the next wave is coming from.

Reuters | December 8, 2022 | 7:43 am

US floats new steel, aluminum tariffs based on carbon emissions

Countries with emissions exceeding the standards would pay higher tariffs when exporting metals to countries with lower emissions.

Reuters | December 7, 2022 | 6:09 pm

McEwen Mining lines up copper IPO as Argentina project advances

The company is preparing an initial public offering for its McEwen Copper business in the first half of 2023.

Bloomberg News | December 7, 2022 | 12:38 pm

Colombia to create national mining company, 2022 royalties soar

The Ministry of Mines and Energy could sign a memorandum of understanding with the SAE as soon as Monday.

Reuters | December 7, 2022 | 12:30 pm

Antofagasta faces charges, fines for environmental breaches in Chile

The environmental watchdog said Centinela's use of water was a threat to the Loa frog, which is a critically endangered species.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 7, 2022 | 11:55 am

LME draws takeover interest from rivals after nickel crisis

Intercontinental Exchange made an approach to buy the LME earlier this year from owner Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing, sources say.

Bloomberg News | December 7, 2022 | 11:22 am

Rio Tinto plays chancy round of Mongolian roulette

December 9 is shaping up to be a big day for Rio Tinto chief executive Jakob Stausholm.

Reuters | December 7, 2022 | 10:06 am

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