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JV Video: Geopolitical tensions elevate mining’s strategic role, EY expert says

Theo Yameogo, EY’s metals and mining leader for North America, notes how mineral security has become a key focus for nations facing increasing trade disputes.

Northern Miner Staff | January 9, 2025 | 12:58 pm

Tariff fears spark disconnect in silver and copper markets

Copper and silver futures in New York are surging above…

Bloomberg News | January 9, 2025 | 11:13 am

Column: Global seaborne iron ore had a good 2024, but it’s all China

The world's imports increased a modest 3.6% to a record…

Reuters | January 9, 2025 | 7:14 am

Glencore loses senior aluminum traders to rivals Vitol, Mercuria

The moves are the latest signs that Glencore and Trafigura…

Bloomberg News | January 8, 2025 | 1:26 pm

Two bids made for Glencore stake in New Caledonia’s Koniambo Nickel

KNS halted its operations in March after Glencore decided to…

Reuters | January 8, 2025 | 6:51 am

Lure of Anglo’s copper mines could test BHP’s spending resolve

BHP needs to offer at least a 40% premium over Anglo's share price for a new takeover bid, but its CEO has committed to spending discipline.

Reuters | December 20, 2024 | 5:00 am

Orano launches arbitration against Niger over mining licence

The French nuclear fuels company move comes in response to Niger's cancellation of Orano's subsidiary mining licence.

Reuters | December 20, 2024 | 4:26 am

Savannah to speed up Portugal lithium project, dismisses doubts over price and demand

The company will accelerate its lithium mine project to ensure first commercial output in 2027.

Reuters | December 19, 2024 | 7:04 am

Activist Palliser pushes Rio Tinto to review dual listing

Palliser Capital claims Rio Tinto's current dual-listed structure has deprived investors of $50 billion in value.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 19, 2024 | 4:05 am

Coal demand to keep hitting records through 2027, IEA says

The latest forecast from the IEA sees demand for coal rising to nearly 8.9 billion tons by 2027, about 1% higher than 2024 levels.

Bloomberg News | December 18, 2024 | 10:48 am

Dundee’s prefeasibility bumps Čoka Rakita gold project NPV by 25% in Serbia

The new NPV (at a 5% discount) stands at $735 million, and the IRR is 41%.

Blair McBride - The Northern Miner | December 18, 2024 | 9:54 am

Volkswagen buys 9.9% of Patriot Battery Metals for $48 million

Patriot's project will supply lithium to Volkswagen’s battery company PowerCo in Europe and North America.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 18, 2024 | 3:57 am

Congo files criminal complaints against Apple in Europe over conflict minerals

International lawyers said that Apple uses minerals pillaged from Congo and laundered through international supply chains.

Reuters | December 17, 2024 | 7:49 am

Hummingbird Resources sold to Nioko Resources in $17.5m cash deal

Hummingbird has flagged continued challenges around operational performance at its two African mines.

Staff Writer | December 16, 2024 | 11:21 am

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