Panama orders First Quantum’s copper mine closure

President Joe Biden’s signature climate policy is helping drive a golden age of mineral exploration in Australia, said the Australian Trade Minister.

China’s raw materials producers are at the forefront of falling industrial profits.

Analysts expect the benchmark Newcastle coal index to average $175-$212 a tonne this year.

The governments agreed to conduct regular reviews of their cooperation in the mining industry and address related disputes through “friendly negotiations.”

LME data this week showed investment fund positioning in copper flipped to a net short — the first since June 2020.

Copper has dived below $8,000 a tonne and iron ore is trading south of $100.

Santiago-headquartered Chilean state miner Codelco holds top spot.

Gold's elevated status echoes the latest data from the World Gold Council on US bar and coin investment.

The country will not back down on demands for a bigger share of rough diamonds from JV with the company, Mokgweetsi Masisi said.