Copper price rises before keenly anticipated policy briefing from China China's Finance Minister is set to speak on Saturday at an event seen as key to assessing the China's commitment to further capital spending. Staff Writer | October 10, 2024 | 7:56 am
Zambia to keep majority ownership of mining permits The country has set up a special purpose vehicle that will own certain licenses and then seek partners for their exploration and mining. Cecilia Jamasmie | October 10, 2024 | 5:24 am
Congo wants to pivot away from China’s dominance over its mining The plan includes streamlining processes to pay customs and taxes, along with a partnership with the United Arab Emirates. Bloomberg News | October 9, 2024 | 11:19 am
US Strategic Metals, Stillwater Critical Minerals enter MOU USSM plans to mine what it considers to be the largest cobalt reserve in North America. Staff Writer | October 9, 2024 | 11:15 am
Rio Tinto buys Arcadium for $6.7 billion cash Rio's offer is at the high end of expectations representing a premium of 90% to Arcadium’s closing price on October 4. Cecilia Jamasmie | October 8, 2024 | 11:21 pm
Zijin Mining buys Newmont’s Ghana gold project for $1 billion Underground operations are expected to begin from 2028, extending the mine’s life to 2042 and delivering about 186,00 ounces of gold a year. Reuters | October 8, 2024 | 10:59 pm
Marimaca Copper options Chile project to create potential synergies with oxide deposit The Pampa Medina project consists of 4 mining concessions near the planned processing site of the Marimaca oxide deposit. Staff Writer | October 8, 2024 | 2:46 pm
Video: Barrick sharpens focus on capital discipline and copper growth, CEO says – Part 1 Barrick has prioritized growth investments with shareholder returns and loan retirements, distributing $5 billion and cutting debt by $3.5 billion. Northern Miner Staff | October 8, 2024 | 2:03 pm
UK fraud watchdog settles case brought by ENRC for ‘leaks’ during investigation The Kazakh mining group accused Britain's Serious Fraud Office of leaking information about a corruption probe to journalists. Reuters | October 8, 2024 | 11:11 am
