Saudi Public Investment Fund plans to spin off mining firm Manara
Manara, a joint venture between Maaden and the $925 billion PIF, was established in 2023 to invest in critical minerals abroad.
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Copper price extends hot start to year, tin price breaks record
Copper prices on the London Metal Exchange reached a record $13,310 per ton.
China’s coal imports post biggest annual drop
Gas imports also slipped for the first time in three years.
Polish recycler bets millions on Europe’s critical metals push
Elemental Group plans to build a copper smelting and refining facility, taking up two-thirds of an $800 million investment.
China’s steel exports, iron ore imports hit record highs
Some exporters rushed to ramp up shipments before January on fears that the export licence requirement might impact shipments, analysts said.
Codelco achieves certification for silver bullion production
Codelco's silver bars are the first in the South American country to be certified under the Good Delivery standard.
Congo readies to pitch mineral projects to US investors
Deal tied to a US-brokered peace effort aims to loosen China’s grip on key metals vital to batteries and defence tech.
Canadian nickel exporters eye EU carbon boost
Canadian nickel producers hope the EU will add nickel to its CBAM, potentially boosting their competitive edge with low carbon intensity.
Rio Tinto kicked off number 2 perch, Agnico tops $100 billion for the first time
Global mining started 2026 the way it ended 2025 – with a huge rally. But M&A contenders seem to be underperforming.
