Western Australia resolves mining imbroglio threatening licencesThe government has approved draft legislation that will ensure the security of mining licences and permits in the state, a major producer of iron ore.Bloomberg News | June 12, 2024 | 9:55 am
The world needs more batteries — but not this manyBy 2025, the global battery industry will be able to…Bloomberg News | June 12, 2024 | 7:58 am
Gold rush to endure through 2024, though $3,000 mark may prove elusiveSpot gold is trading around $2,300 per ounce after hitting…Reuters | June 12, 2024 | 7:20 am
BHP targets Anglo American in bid valued at $39 billion Takeover would represent the first mega deal among the world’s biggest diversified miners in over a decade. Bloomberg News | April 24, 2024 | 3:39 pm
Nigeria revokes 924 dormant mining titles, seeks new investors Africa's top oil producer, which is also rich in lithium, gold and limestone, will grant mining licences to only companies that process their minerals locally after toughening licensing rules for foreign companies last year. Reuters | April 24, 2024 | 3:07 pm
Ghana miners seek termination of Future Global Resources’ lease Mine Workers Union says the company lacks the finances to invest and operate the Bogoso-Prestea gold mine it acquired more than three years ago. Bloomberg News | April 24, 2024 | 12:27 pm
Eurasian Resources denies circumventing Congo subcontracting laws Congo's government last week accused ERG of passing off subcontracting companies as majority partners. Reuters | April 24, 2024 | 10:56 am
Battery recycling shatters the myth of electric-vehicle waste Though still in its infancy, EV recycling is already profitable and capable of recovering more than 95% of the key minerals. Bloomberg News | April 24, 2024 | 8:34 am
Pressure on gas and LNG prices to help switch from coal, says JP Morgan The sharp growth in gas supply and the drop in prices could lead to a rapid conversion from coal to gas, the bank said. Reuters | April 24, 2024 | 7:57 am
China coal prices have bottomed, will surpass 2023 highs, industry group says Demand for the fuel has been hit by a slowdown in the cement industry. Reuters | April 24, 2024 | 7:51 am
Guinea’s bauxite production increases for third consecutive year The West African nation's bauxite production rose over 19% year-on-year in 2023 to about 123 million metric tons. Reuters | April 24, 2024 | 7:29 am
China copper gauge at zero offers stark warning to metals bulls Premiums paid on imported refined copper extended a months-long decline to reach zero for the first time in Shanghai going back to 2017. Bloomberg News | April 24, 2024 | 5:43 am