Anglo-Teck merger proposal could end mining consolidation deadlock
Anglo American's and Teck Resources' planned $53 billion merger announced on Tuesday is a major breakthrough following years of failed consolidation efforts in the mining sector.
Andy Home: A quiet revolution is taking place in the mining industry
If the world wants to move away from fossil fuels, it will need to have a large amount of copper. Can the mining industry meet this demand? The challenges are enormous. The challenges are huge.
Rio Tinto: No economic incentives for green steel in Australia
Rio Tinto, along with BHP, played down Australia's chances of developing a "green-iron" sector to help decarbonise its steel industry on Thursday because the country lacked the economic incentives for doing so.
Mining giants squeeze their dividends to fund growth
This earnings season has seen large miners pay out the lowest dividends they have paid in years. Mineral prices are falling and they must retain cash to fund their massive development plans…
Fortescue iron ore shipments rise; scraps US, Aussie green hydrogen projects
Fortescue, a miner in Australia, announced record fourth-quarter shipment numbers on Thursday. This helped Fortescue meet its top-end full-year guidance. It also said that it will scrap its U.S.
BHP: Australian green iron is too expensive despite joint China agreement
BHP, a major miner, said that it would be too expensive for Australia to develop a "green-iron" industry. This is despite the fact that Australia and China had agreed to work…
BHP: It is too expensive to build an Australian green iron industry, as PM calls for China collaboration
BHP, a major miner in Australia, has stated that it would be too expensive for Australia to develop a "green-iron" industry. This comes after Australia and China decided to…
Australia declares World Heritage Listing to Protect Indigenous Carvings
The government announced on Saturday that securing World Heritage status for Australia’s Murujuga Rock art will help to protect the ancient Indigenous carvings located in an industry hub.
Freeport-McMoRan is poised to benefit from Trump's tariff on copper against competitors with few options
Freeport-McMoRan's annual profit could increase by $1.6 billion if President Donald Trump’s proposed copper tariff is implemented. This benefit would be driven by Freeport-McMoRan's…
Russell: Trump's tariffs on copper won't boost US production, but will increase costs
The proposed 50% tariff on imported copper may be the most embarrassing own goal in the ongoing trade war between the United States and the rest of world. Trump announced Wednesday…
Russell: Trump's tariffs on copper won't boost US production, but will increase costs
The proposed 50% tariff on imported copper may be the most embarrassing own goal in the ongoing trade war between the United States and the rest of world. Trump announced Wednesday…
Copper futures rise after Trump announces a 50% tariff on imported copper
The President Donald Trump announced that he would announce a 50% copper tariff on Tuesday in order to increase U.S. production. Copper is a critical metal for electric vehicles…
Trump announces a 50% tariff on imported copper
The President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he would announce a 50% duty on copper in the afternoon, with the aim of increasing U.S. production. Copper is a critical metal for electric vehicles…
Andy Home: Metal smelting will be the next major mineral crisis for the West.
The impact of China’s export controls on rare earths has already caused global supply chains to reel, but a more critical mineral threat is imminent. Western metal smelters face a crisis.
Andy Home: Metal smelting will be the next major mineral crisis for the West.
The impact of China’s export controls on rare earths has already caused global supply chains to reel, but a greater threat from critical minerals is imminent. Western metal smelters face a crisis.
Aluminum producers in the US benefit from Trump's tariffs
Four industry sources say that President Donald Trump will benefit from the higher tariffs on imported metals as domestic prices rise. Some industry players worry that Trump's…
EU selects 13 new projects for critical materials, including Greenland
The European Union announced Wednesday 13 new raw materials projects outside of the bloc in order to increase its supply of metals, minerals and other essential elements for…
Australia's bid to be listed as a World Heritage Site for ancient rock art is stalled over pollution
The U.N. advisory panel warned that industrial pollution near the site could threaten its World Heritage status. The International Council on Monuments and Sites recommended…
Norway's Wealth fund to engage Rio Tinto and South32 on environmental concerns
Norges Bank Investment Management, Norway's sovereign fund manager, has announced that it will actively engage mining companies Rio Tinto South32 in relation to their environmental practices.
Norway's Wealth fund to engage Rio Tinto and South32 on environmental concerns
Norges Bank Investment Management, Norway's sovereign fund manager, has announced that it will actively engage mining companies Rio Tinto South32 in relation to their environmental practices.