ArcWest shares jump on Freeport earn-in deal as majors eye British Columbia copper Freeport will be able to earn up to 80% of ArcWest’s Todd Creek project. Alicia Hiyate | March 10, 2023 | 9:35 am
Saudi Arabia and Iran ease Mideast rift that rattled oil Countries will restore diplomatic ties, easing a geopolitical rivalry in the Persian Gulf that has unnerved oil markets. Bloomberg News | March 10, 2023 | 9:08 am
Fortescue Metals to cut ‘few hundred’ jobs Miner started laying off more than 100 workers at its Iron Bridge project in the Pilbara region, according to local media. Reuters | March 10, 2023 | 8:09 am
CATL smashes profit estimate as EV sales soar CATL commanded a 37% share of the global market for EV batteries in 2022. Bloomberg News | March 10, 2023 | 8:00 am
China lithium probe puts spotlight on reserves and ESG risks Beijing’s ability to manage the mismatch between its scarce natural resources and vast industrial output is now playing out in the market for lithium. Bloomberg News | March 10, 2023 | 7:52 am
China tells iron ore traders to stop hoarding after rally Beijing authorities are urging trading companies that store iron ore in big volumes at ports to sell some of their material. Bloomberg News | March 10, 2023 | 7:42 am
US, EU agree to start talks on critical minerals amid trade tensions Biden and von der Leyen are meeting against a backdrop of European complaints that US subsidies will divert investment away from Europe. Reuters | March 10, 2023 | 7:37 am
The View from England: PDAC is over — time for would-be investors to reflect Taking a long-term perspective, demand for iron ore, copper and other energy transition metals seems assured. Chris Hinde | March 10, 2023 | 7:20 am
Ancient Romans failed to fully exploit rich silver deposit in Germany New research confirms that Roman soldiers attempted to mine silver ore in Bad Ems but failed in 47 AD. Staff Writer | March 10, 2023 | 5:51 am