Diversification from China leaves $85bn gap in copper supply chain, warns WoodMacChina currently controls 97% of global smelting and refining capacity, contributing over 3 million tonnes of production.Staff Writer | August 18, 2024 | 7:18 am
Miners down tools at two Chilean copper mines, as majors struggle to maintain production levelsThe copper market continues to be challenged by supply issues,…Rick Mills - Ahead of the Herd | August 16, 2024 | 3:10 pm
Chinalco said to eye stake in biggest Philippine copper mineAluminum Corp. of China is considering investing in what is…Bloomberg News | August 16, 2024 | 7:18 am
Indonesia says it will extend copper export permits for Freeport, Amman The current permits are set to expire on May 31. Reuters | May 8, 2024 | 7:22 am
Sierra Metals updates resources for Yauricocha, Bolivar mines The updated mineral reserves and resources confirm the long production history of both assets, Sierra's CEO said. Staff Writer | May 7, 2024 | 8:07 am
South African unions urge Anglo holders to reject BHP bid BHP’s proposal includes a plan for Anglo to spin off its Johannesburg-listed platinum and iron ore units before an eventual takeover. Bloomberg News | May 7, 2024 | 7:48 am
Copper price touches $10,000 again as Goldman sees ‘stockout’ risk Goldman raised its year-end price target to $12,000 a ton, from $10,000 previously. Bloomberg News | May 7, 2024 | 7:09 am
BHP insists Anglo American’s South African assets must go in any takeover BHP sees advantages for South Africa in a distribution of Anglo American stakes in Amplats (78.6%) and kumba Iron Ore (69.7%). Reuters | May 7, 2024 | 4:46 am
First Quantum hopes new Panamanian leader brings fresh look to disputed copper mine Analysts see the election result as a positive development for the Cobre Panama mine. Reuters | May 6, 2024 | 2:30 pm
Grid Metals increases resource by a third at copper-nickel project in Manitoba The combined indicated open pit resources increased by 12.4 million tonnes or 37% to 46.2 million tonnes. Staff Writer | May 6, 2024 | 10:37 am
Osisko Metals updates resources at Copper Mountain deposit The deposit is believed to be the largest undeveloped copper asset in Eastern North America, said Osisko. Staff Writer | May 6, 2024 | 10:34 am
BHP bombshell puts South African mining in a hole South African officials have so far given BHP’s proposal a mixed reception. Reuters | May 6, 2024 | 9:51 am