Panama’s president gives final approval to First Quantum copper mine contract

A pick-up in property-related steel demand from China would underpin higher manganese prices in coming months, CEO Graham Kerr said.

A third employee was rescued with minor injuries.

"We’re not shy on doing deals that create value for our stakeholders, but we are guided very clearly by our investment focus," Bristow said.

Underlying earnings for the six months ended Dec. 31 was $560 million, compared with $1 billion in the previous corresponding period.

The company posted net income of $1.13 billion, compared with a loss of $3.8 million the year-ago period.

Insights from analysts and shareholders suggest that Newmont will need to make another improved bid.

Endeavour acquired the Mana mine in July 2020, as part of its acquisition of Canada-based gold miner Semafo.

Suncor has racked up 32 safety violations in the past three months amid a special regulatory probe of its sites.

They plan to become the second nickel producer in the United States.