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.

Weaker-than-expected construction, particularly in the property sector, has pushed iron ore below $100 a tonne.

The DRC aims to boost its stake in a cobalt and copper joint venture with Chinese firms to 70% from 32%.

Analysts say First Quantum's credit ratings will improve once the agreement over Cobre Panama copper mine is formalized.

The note of confidence from Friedland comes after China’s economic activity disappointed expectations since strict pandemic restrictions were removed late last year.

Union accepted Antofagasta's contract negotiations.