New Tesla low-voltage system a ‘big deal’ for copper, says Musk A new 48 volts system slated for this year could reduce demand for copper, says Tesla CEO. Bruno Venditti | May 17, 2023 | 11:28 am
First Quantum launches $1 billion notes offering, stock rises It will be used to repay existing loans and redeem previously issued notes. Staff Writer | May 17, 2023 | 8:57 am
Centinela mine’s union head says sides far apart in talks to avoid strike Mediation will last until May 22, and a strike could start during the first shift on May 23. Reuters | May 17, 2023 | 7:45 am
Wheaton acquires Lumina’s Cangrejos project gold stream Wheaton will get 6.6% of the payable gold from Cangrejos until 700,000 ounces has been delivered, and 4.4% thereafter. Staff Writer | May 17, 2023 | 3:32 am
Faraday cuts 46 metres of 1.68% Cu at Copper Creek, Arizona The assays were for hole FCD-22-023 drilled outside the extent of the known mineral resource. Staff Writer | May 16, 2023 | 12:24 pm
EU raw material targets need money and faster permits, sector chief says Under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act, 10% of annual needs must be mined in Europe by 2030. Reuters | May 16, 2023 | 8:48 am
Buying Teck’s coal unit as a standalone is a ‘distant second’ for Glencore – CEO Teck CEO Jonathan Price repeated that separation "is the path to create the greatest value" for shareholders. Reuters | May 16, 2023 | 8:40 am
Column: Lead’s balancing act still depends on China’s exports The physical market in both Europe and the United States remains tight and visible stocks are still low. Reuters | May 16, 2023 | 8:20 am
SolGold evaluates phased development of Cascabel copper mine The fresh approach to development of the copper-gold project in Ecuador aims to reduce upfront capital and construction time. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 16, 2023 | 6:13 am