May 13, 2025 Chinese firms to invest $1.75 billion in Ethiopia mining, solar CSI Solar will spend $250 million on a plant producing solar modules and energy storage products, while Sequoia plans to invest $600 million in coal exploration.
May 13, 2025 Orano files lawsuit over staff detention in Niger Orano said it had been unable to contact its mining director in Niger, who was taken to the headquarters of the country's external intelligence agency.
May 13, 2025 Copper prices rise amid US-China trade truce Tariff reductions announced Monday by Washington and Beijing eased pressure on commodities markets.
May 13, 2025 De Beers secretly sells discounted diamonds to selected traders The company has been selling the stones at a 10% to 20% discount to its set prices.
May 13, 2025 China issues first rare earth magnet export permits, includes Volkswagen suppliers China has issued export permits to at least four rare earth magnet producers.
May 12, 2025 China’s rare earth curbs have ‘changed psychology’ at US firms China, which dominates global supply, put export restrictions on seven types of rare earths last month, widely viewed as a response to President Donald Trump’s trade assault.
May 12, 2025 G Mining Ventures to restate 2024 financial statements The precious metals company is expected to release its first-quarter results on May 14.
May 12, 2025 US to fast-track Utah uranium mine permit The Velvet-Wood uranium project's environmental review will be completed in just 14 days, the Interior Department said in a statement.
May 12, 2025 Codelco, BHP agree on terms to explore Anillo property BHP will spend up to $40 million to explore the area, Codelco said in a statement.
May 12, 2025 Pension fund exits Australia’s MinRes, citing governance concerns The mining services provider has been grappling with governance issues, primarily involving billionaire founder Chris Ellison.
Hedge funds cut bullish gold wagers to lowest in 15 weeks Hedge funds and other large speculators reduced net-long positions by 23%. February 06, 2026 | 03:33 pm