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.
Australian shares end five-day rally after miners drag; Woolworths increases consumer staples
Australian shares fell on Thursday, ending a five-day rally, as mining stocks weighed down the benchmark. Consumer staples rose, led by Woolworths, the country's largest grocer…
Rio Tinto explores low-carbon aluminum project with Indian company

Rio Tinto announced on Thursday that it had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in India with AMG Metals & Materials. The MOU is to evaluate the viability and feasibility…
As Chinese demand slows, mining consolidation will accelerate.
The mining industry is expected to consolidate due to the decline in industrial metals demand, especially in China, the top consumer. Investors said that for now, the high costs…
As Chinese demand slows, mining consolidation will accelerate.
The mining industry is expected to consolidate due to the decline in industrial metals demand, especially in China, the top consumer. Investors say that for the moment, mergers…
Can Trump's drive for critical minerals pass the test of copper? Andy Home

The executive order issued by U.S. president Donald Trump on increasing domestic mineral production is designed to cut through the mine permit maze in the United States. According to S&P Global…
Sources: Trump wants to refine minerals on Pentagon bases in order to boost US production
U.S. President Donald Trump aims to build metals refining facilities on Pentagon military bases as part of his plan to boost domestic production of critical minerals and offset China's control of the sector…
Australia shares gain for the second straight session, as energy and tech leads gains

Tuesday saw Australian shares rise for the second session in a row, boosted by energy and technology stocks. Rising oil prices, and Wall Street's positive lead, also helped to boost sentiment.