Europe Top Stories

Italy moves to boost procurement, reuse of critical raw materials

Italy estimates it can domestically source 16 of the 34 raw materials considered critical by the European Union.

Reuters | June 18, 2024 | 9:37 am

Fraud police probing ex-Glencore staff plan to press charges

British prosecutors investigating former Glencore Plc employees over bribery allegations…

Bloomberg News | June 18, 2024 | 7:27 am

More central banks to increase gold reserves within 12 months, WGC survey finds

29% of central banks expect their own gold reserves to…

Reuters | June 18, 2024 | 7:00 am

Western rare earths supply chain springs into gear

Global supply chains for rare earths are realigning to diversify…

Reuters | June 17, 2024 | 9:13 am

Cornish Metals to sell Nickel King asset

Cornish Metals will stay involved in the nickel-copper-cobalt property's potential…

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 17, 2024 | 3:47 am

Hidden gold earring reveals forgotten episode of Carthage-Rome war

The gold earring was found inside a building destroyed during the Second Punic War and the passage of Hannibal's troops through Spain.

Staff Writer | May 26, 2024 | 7:12 am

Trafigura faces off with aluminum bulls over huge metal stash

The aluminum market is caught in a clash between some of the biggest traders and banks.

Bloomberg News | May 25, 2024 | 1:02 pm

BlackRock encouraged Anglo to extend talks with BHP

Anglo American was encouraged by key shareholders to continue engaging in talks with BHP over its proposed $49.18 billion mining merger.

Reuters | May 25, 2024 | 12:37 pm

Copper prices could surge to $40,000, says top trader Andurand

The metal has risen almost 20% this year, reaching a record $11,000 per tonne this week.

Staff Writer | May 24, 2024 | 9:41 am

NGO sues Norway over deep-sea mining plans

WWF argues that Norway's decision to allow seabed exploration breaches national law, goes against experts' advice and sets a risky precedent.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 24, 2024 | 3:48 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

Glencore, Rusal extend aluminum supply contract into 2025

Glencore is legally bound to continue the contract because Rusal has not been directly targeted by Western sanctions.

Reuters | May 22, 2024 | 11:15 am

At least two companies seek Norway seabed mining permits

The government aims to issue first licenses in 2025, but companies will require separate approvals to start production.

Reuters | May 22, 2024 | 8:13 am

Anglo American rejects BHP’s third bid, extends deadline

Anglo has left the door open for BHP as it agreed to grant it a one-week extension to table a binding offer.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 22, 2024 | 7:03 am

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