Trump delays critical mineral tariffs, orders negotiations
PRESIDENT Donald Trump has postponed imposing tariffs on rare earths, lithium and other critical minerals, instead directing his administration to secure supplies through international...
Prominent Aussie investor questions Rio-Glencore deal
A PROMINENT Australian investor has voiced scepticism regarding Rio Tinto's proposed acquisition of Glencore, challenging the strategic rationale and timing of the potential tie-up,...
BHP and Rio unite on Pilbara iron ore
BHP and Rio Tinto will collaborate on extracting iron ore from deposits straddling their adjacent Pilbara operations, marking an unusual alliance between Australia's largest...
Caledonia to offer up to $150m in convertible shares
CALEDONIA Mining plans to raise up to $150m through the issue of convertible shares with the proceeds earmarked for Bilboes, the miner's recently unveiled...
Chinese buyer emerges as iron ore market threat
A BEIJING-backed entity controlling China's iron ore procurement has emerged as the primary concern for global miners, altering negotiations in the world's second-most traded...
Metals rally extends with multiple record peaks
GOLD, silver, copper and tin achieved unprecedented highs this week as investors anticipated further US interest rate reductions and improved sentiment across Chinese markets,...
Northam Platinum posts solid lift in first half production
NORTHAM Platinum reported a 3.7% increase in refined platinum for the six months ended December as production ramped up at Eland and there was...
Rio Tinto assembles advisory team for Glencore approach
RIO Tinto has assembled a roster of prominent investment bankers to guide its pursuit of Glencore, including veteran dealmaker Simon Robey, said Bloomberg News...
BHP will not counter Rio’s Glencore bid
BHP has opted against pursuing a rival offer for Glencore as Rio Tinto advances discussions to acquire the Swiss mining giant, said Reuters citing...
Tharisa opens year on positive note buoyed by PGM recovery
THARISA opened its 2026 financial year on promising terms saying on Tuesday metal recoveries had improved amid higher average prices for platinum group metals...