copper market

London: Global mining giant Rio Tinto has reported its highest first-half earnings in four years, driven by robust copper prices and growing demand for the metal from the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence (AI) and data centre…

Santiago: Chile's state-owned mining giant Codelco has ruled out achieving its copper production target for the year, citing persistent operational difficulties, project delays, and declining ore grades that continue to impact output across…

Santiago: Canadian miner Lundin Mining has said it expects operations at its Caserones copper mine in northern Chile to resume within two to three weeks after severe winter storms disrupted mining activities and damaged key…

New Delhi: Global copper prices pulled back from record territory after investors turned cautious amid rising geopolitical tensions, despite a series of stronger-than-expected corporate earnings that had initially supported market…

Anglo American and Chile’s state-owned mining giant Codelco have finalized a landmark agreement that is expected to add 2.7 million tonnes of copper production over the next 21 years without the need to develop a new mine. The collaboration…

The rapid expansion of data centers worldwide is emerging as a major growth driver for the metals industry, with new studies indicating that increasing demand for digital infrastructure is creating significant opportunities for producers of…

London: Copper is once again capturing the attention of global investors as tightening supplies, growing demand from clean energy industries, and long-term structural deficits fuel optimism about the metal’s future prospects. Market…

Chile’s copper mining industry is increasingly exploring collaborative partnerships and operational tie-ups as companies seek to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and maintain competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global market. The…

Mining giant Antofagasta has announced plans to invest approximately $900 million to extend the operational life of its Zaldívar copper mine in Chile until 2051, reinforcing its long-term commitment to copper production amid growing global…