Assassination in Ecuador spurs investor rethink of elections

“Some investors may be interpreting that the more moderate candidates have a better chance of performing well in the upcoming elections,” analyst said.

Bloomberg News | August 10, 2023 | 2:15 pm

Codelco and Anglo American discuss mining pact to lift copper output in Chile

Talks are focusing on enabling Codelco’s Andina mine and Anglo’s Los Bronces to tap rich ore grades sitting between the two operations.

Bloomberg News | August 10, 2023 | 7:42 am

Antofagasta profit jumps despite lower copper prices, boosts dividend

Antofagasta increased its interim dividend to 11.7 cents per share from 9.2 cents last year, after posting a 7.5% rise in half-year profit .

Cecilia Jamasmie | August 10, 2023 | 3:48 am

Ford shuts down in Brazil, and China’s top EV maker comes to the rescue

The resurrection of the former Ford plant represents the grand industrial ambitions of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

Bloomberg News | August 9, 2023 | 1:12 pm

Mining is growing rapidly – so are investor-state disputes

New study shows dramatic increase in investor-state disputes and 80% of miners and counsel involved in arbitration expect greater government intervention over the next year.

Frik Els | August 9, 2023 | 1:09 pm