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

Anglo American’s falling shares fuel takeover rumours

Analysts say Anglo's current low valuation and diversified portfolio makes it an attractive target for potential buyers.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 12, 2023 | 4:03 am

India launches first part of critical minerals auction worth $5.4 billion

India will also announce the acquisition of lithium blocks in Australia and Argentina in a month or two.

Reuters | November 29, 2023 | 7:38 am

Brazil Potash’s Autazes project halted on permitting suspension

Lower court decision does not cancel the permits already granted to the Canadian miner, but it prevents it from moving forward.

Staff Writer | November 21, 2023 | 10:00 am

Anglo American’s costly fertilizer mine seeks more customers

The Woodsmith has the world's largest known deposit of polyhalite.

Reuters | November 10, 2023 | 7:03 am

Nutrien misses quarterly profit estimates as potash prices plummet

During Q3, potash prices averaged $250 per tonne, in stark contrast to the $633 per tonne recorded a year earlier.

Staff Writer | November 2, 2023 | 9:57 am

BHP to inject $4.9 billion into Jansen to double potash output

BHP is going ahead with Jansen stage two expansion, even before the first phase of the Canadian potash mine is in production.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 31, 2023 | 3:36 am

Indonesian copper-gold company storms ranking of world’s 50 most valuable mining stocks

Amid a wider slump, MINING.COM’s ranking was lit up by newcomer Amman Minerals, which now sits just outside the top 10 after minting at least six new billionaires since its July IPO.

Frik Els | October 19, 2023 | 2:54 pm

BHP CEO says ‘ship has sailed’ on potential acquisition of Canada’s Nutrien

The world’s biggest mining company is concentrated on building its own potash business instead.

Niall McGee - The Globe and Mail | October 18, 2023 | 10:49 am

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Canada puts its big miners off limits just as M&A is heating up

BHP cuts employee incentives by 20% globally — report

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Most energy and mining projects 20% over budget — study

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