Aris Mining gains controlling stake in Soto Norte project Aris is starting a pre-feasibility study for the new development plan, which it expects to complete by early 2025. Staff Writer | May 23, 2024 | 11:02 am
Column: Copper squeezed in the United States but China has plenty Weak spot demand, robust imports and rising domestic output have combined to keep China's exchange inventories high. Reuters | May 23, 2024 | 8:47 am
Copper price steadies after biggest decline in almost two years The metal surged to an all-time high above $11,000 a ton on Monday, followed by a slump of 4.1% on Wednesday. Bloomberg News | May 23, 2024 | 8:39 am
Rio Tinto faces lawsuit over Panguna copper mine in Bougainville Villagers are seeking compensation for loss and damage that could reach billions of dollars. Bloomberg News | May 23, 2024 | 8:31 am
Troubled Peru copper mine starts expansion work in supply boost Las Bambas has for years operated well below its annual capacity of 400,000 tons due to a torrent of community protests. Bloomberg News | May 23, 2024 | 8:26 am
Rio Tinto faces pressure to leave London exchange Activist investor Palliser Capital argues that switching its primary listing to Australia would boost Rio Tinto's shares by about 40%. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 23, 2024 | 5:18 am
Greatland grows exploration portfolio in Western Australia The Woodlands property, part of the company's Mt Egerton project, is a highly under-explored area with vast gold and copper potential. Staff Writer | May 23, 2024 | 3:03 am
First Quantum seeks to speed up Peru projects after Panama debacle The miner controls the La Granja project, worth at least $2.5 billion, and the $1.86 billion Haquira project. Reuters | May 22, 2024 | 3:24 pm
Record gold and copper prices are also a boon for illegal mining in Peru Illegal mining had become a “huge challenge” and that the government was working on a bill to create a new framework for small miners. Bloomberg News | May 22, 2024 | 12:22 pm
