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Australia’s gold production continues decline in 2024 as costs rise and grades fall

Australia’s gold mine production is predicted to fall for the fourth consecutive year in 2024 to 10.3 million ounces (moz),…
Miners prioritise critical minerals, decarbonisation in 10.6% capex rise in 2024

The combined capital expenditure (capex) of the top 19 mining companies is expected to reach $71.0bn in 2024, a rise…
BHP / Anglo American merger could result in $200bn mining major

As part of its strategy to expand its copper assets, BHP intends to acquire Anglo American, recognising the significant growth…
Mining sector to play pivotal role in Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification efforts

Saudi Arabia has seen significant development since the launch of the ‘Vision 2030’ program in 2016, with the business environment…
Global zinc production to grow by 2% in 2024 due to strong supply from Russia

Global zinc production is expected to grow by 2% to 12.5Mt in 2024. The increase will predominantly be fuelled by…

Global silver production to grow by 4.1% in 2024, amid operation resumption

Global silver mine production is expected to rebound in 2024, with a 4.1% growth rate to 916.1 million ounces. The…
Output from DRC & Indonesia to support global cobalt supply to grow by 6.5% in 2024

Global cobalt production is expected to rise for the fourth time in a row, to 231.5 kilotonnes (kt) in 2024,…
Global lead output to grow by 4.3% in 2024, linked to supply from Australia, US & Russia

Global lead production is expected to grow by 4.3% to more than 4.7 million tonnes in 2024. The increase will…
Which commodities will see the greatest price increases in 2024?

Last year was not a good one for commodities, with only gold and silver, among the major commodities, experiencing any…
How mining companies are reducing GHG emissions

Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, especially scope 1 and 2, is a primary concern for mining companies committed to net-zero…