The biggest global mining news of 2023

A tumultuous year for the global mining industry: collapse of lithium prices, furious M&A activity, gold’s new record and state intervention in mining on a scale not seen in decades.

Frik Els | December 27, 2023 | 10:01 am

London gold price benchmark breaks all-time high, LBMA says

The London gold price opened the year on Jan. 3 at $1,835.05 and has since risen by 12.7%.

Reuters | December 27, 2023 | 9:01 am

Will 2024 be the year for precious metals?

Gold and silver have both held up quite well despite the Fed’s tightening cycle.

Rick Mills - Ahead of the Herd | December 26, 2023 | 11:36 am

Gold price inches higher on expectations for Fed rate cuts in 2024

Gold ticked higher as the final week of the year got underway.

Bloomberg News | December 26, 2023 | 9:20 am

At least 7 Peru gold mine workers die in believed accident

Initial evidence pointed to a collapse in a mine located in the town of La Rinconada.

Reuters | December 22, 2023 | 12:46 pm

Gold stocks’ lost year

The gold miners’ stocks have suffered something of a lost year, with this small contrarian sector largely overlooked.

Adam Hamilton - Zeal Intelligence | December 22, 2023 | 11:18 am

Sumitomo names Ueno as next CEO, promising reform

Shingo Ueno, 64, has played a pivotal role in leading Sumitomo's metals, resources and chemicals businesses.

Reuters | December 22, 2023 | 9:15 am

Northern Dynasty closes $17 million in financings to support Pebble project

The proposed mine, if built, would represent the largest in North America.

Staff Writer | December 21, 2023 | 10:08 am

Gold Fields sells Asanko stake in $170 million deal

The South African firm has sold its 45% stake in Ghana's Asanko gold mine to joint venture partner Galiano Gold.

Reuters | December 21, 2023 | 9:03 am

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Agnico boosts stake in Maple Gold Mines

Kenorland Minerals begins exploration in Ontario

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