Global scramble for critical minerals fuelling protectionismProtectionism is rising across 72 nations as governments vie for critical minerals, Verisk Maplecroft research shows.Cecilia Jamasmie | December 12, 2024 | 3:37 am
Newmont optimistic about talks with Mexico on mining royaltiesMiner's Mexican division said on Wednesday it sees an "openness…Reuters | December 11, 2024 | 2:57 pm
Arbitration between Franco-Nevada, Panama moves to next stageFranco-Nevada had a streaming agreement with First Quantum to buy…Reuters | December 11, 2024 | 12:53 pm
Aluminum, steel most exposed metals to Trump tariffs, Citi says A 25% tariff as announced by Trump on Monday would likely cause steel prices to rise by $100 to $150 a short ton, the analysts said. Bloomberg News | November 26, 2024 | 2:42 pm
Panama agrees $26m payment to settle dispute with US miner The ICSID tribunal ruled in 2020 that Panama was responsible for the "unlawful expropriation" of Dominon's mining investments. Staff Writer | November 26, 2024 | 12:25 pm
Calibre strikes high-grade gold near Valentine mine build as production nears The Valentine project, 85% complete as of this month, remains on track to pour its first gold in the second quarter next year. Henry Lazenby - The Northern Miner | November 25, 2024 | 12:30 pm
Panama’s President blames previous gov’t for First Quantum mine crisis The Cobre Panama mine paid the price for the accumulated national discontent, said President José Raúl Mulino. Staff Writer | November 22, 2024 | 8:04 am
Mexico’s proposed higher mining royalties could block nearly $7bn in investments The Mexican government proposed raising mining royalties under the argument that metal prices have risen in recent years. Reuters | November 21, 2024 | 2:30 pm
Endeavour Silver raises $73m for Pitarrilla project Pitarrilla is expected to form one of the key cornerstones of Endeavour’s long-term growth profile. Staff Writer | November 20, 2024 | 8:18 am
Union files complaint against Orla Mining, alleging violation of worker rights in Mexico The complaint is only the second of its kind made from Canada using CUSMA’s RRM process since the trade deal came into force in 2020. Staff Writer | November 14, 2024 | 12:20 pm
Exploration spending to stay flat despite Trump pledges, strong gold prices, S&P says The cautious outlook comes as global exploration budgets for nonferrous metals declined by 3% in 2024. Henry Lazenby - The Northern Miner | November 13, 2024 | 12:38 pm
IMF urged to cash in on gold price to help poor countries hit by climate change Sale of 4% of reserves could generate $9.52 billion. Reuters | November 13, 2024 | 7:13 am