April 25, 2024

South Africa scrutinizes BHP bid for Anglo weeks before election

The deal worth about $39 billion would involve Anglo exiting its platinum and iron ore assets in the country.

April 25, 2024

Miners struggle to finance projects amid surging battery demand — IEA

EVs could reach 17 million in 2024, accounting for more than one in five cars sold worldwide, according to the International Energy Agency.

April 25, 2024

Chile president wants copper output boost of 1Mt by 2026

"We have to take advantage of this super-cycle of copper that has been spoken of positively in recent days," Boric said on Thursday.

April 25, 2024

China’s March net gold imports via Hong Kong up 40% from Feb

China is the biggest billion consumer and its buying trends can have bearing on global prices.

April 25, 2024

Column: INSG’s latest forecasts cold comfort for nickel producers

Nickel has rallied hard this month, clawing back some of the territory lost during its price slide in 2023.

April 25, 2024

More Chinese nickel seen flowing overseas after LME’s Russia ban

Overseas sales jumped more than 200% in March from the previous month.

April 25, 2024

India seeks overseas help for lithium processing to avoid relying on China

India's Ministry of Mines began discussions with Australia and the United States last year, according to Reuters.

April 25, 2024

Congo questions Apple on concerns about use of conflict minerals

Apple previously pledged to source “responsibly” and work to improve working conditions among mining communities, including in Congo.

April 24, 2024

BlackRock says $12,000 copper is needed to incentivize new mines

BlackRock has been among the most bullish voices in the copper market for years.

April 24, 2024

Anglo American confirms non-binding offer from BHP

The proposal comprises an all-share offer for Anglo American by BHP.