Focus on Mining
BHP annual profit rises 2%, says open to higher debt for acquisitions
BHP's profit beat expectations, driven by strong iron ore and copper growth, while it raised its debt target for potential acquisitions.
Top Alberta Court allows appeal of coal miner’s exploration applications
Alberta's top court is allowing a southwestern ranching community to appeal applications for coal exploration permits.
Codelco could face $8 million fine for tailings dam violations
The charges against state copper giant Codelco were filed over the management of its Talabre tailings dam at its Ministro Hales division.
Judge blocks Arizona lithium drilling that tribe says is threat to sacred lands
A judge halted lithium drilling in Arizona, siding with the Hualapai Tribe, who argue it threatens sacred land.
Copper giant Codelco invests in EVs, cacti as part of green makeover
Chilean mining company Codelco's sustainability gets a boost after global clients push for greener credentials in the copper industry.
Copper miners, energy stocks pull FTSE 100 lower
Energy shares were the biggest losers on the FTSE 100, declining 1% due to a drop in oil prices.
Analysis: BHP’s quick strike fix sets tone for labor talks amid copper rally
Quick turnaround in workers' dispute helped BHP avoid the damaging effects of a 2017 walk-out, at a time when copper is in high...
Scores in central Serbia rally against Rio Tinto’s lithium project
Serbians protest Rio Tinto's lithium project in Valjevo, fearing environmental damage despite potential economic benefits.
