February 6, 2026 Argentina trade deals with US do not box out China, minister says "This, as of today, does not imply that China cannot participate nor will participate in investments in Argentina," Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno said.
February 6, 2026 Codelco forms joint venture with Quiborax for lithium exploration The partnership, called Minera Ascotan SpA, has an initial 34% stake for Codelco and 66% for Quiborax.
February 6, 2026 How Rio–Glencore talks fell apart In the end it wasn't about copper, iron ore or coal, but who was paying more.
February 5, 2026 Capstone Copper to resume full production at Mantoverde mine as strike ends The largest union has approved a new three‑year labour contract, ending a strike that started on January 2.
February 5, 2026 Infographic: Global gold demand Global gold demand is being reshaped by shifting sovereign reserve strategies.
February 5, 2026 VRIC Video: Beaty sees Canada-led growth after Equinox sheds Brazil Equinox Gold expects its two new Canadian mines to drive a step-change in production as it shifts toward a North America–weighted portfolio.
February 5, 2026 Brazil’s only rare earth producer offers US stake option for loan deal Serra Verde Group secured a $565 million loan with the US International Development Finance Corporation.
February 5, 2026 Rio Tinto, Glencore scrap mining mega-merger Deal collapse ends years of on-off talks, despite leadership changes and hopes of creating a copper powerhouse.
February 5, 2026 Anglo flags third De Beers writedown as Teck merger looms Diamond market weakness clouds asset sales and strategy as the miner reshapes its portfolio and resets copper output expectations.
February 4, 2026 Argentina signs critical minerals deal with US, foreign ministry says The ministry said in a statement that the initiative is expected to drive significant economic growth for Argentina.
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