Vale’s $3 Billion Bond Buyback Signals Renewed Discipline — and a Stronger Nickel Future

As global commodity markets navigate a period of volatility, Vale S.A. (NYSE: VALE) has taken a decisive financial step that could reshape investor confidence in its balance sheet and nickel exposure. The Brazilian mining giant announced plans to repurchase up to US$3 billion in perpetual bonds, a move aimed at reducing debt service costs and […]
American Critical Minerals Defines Major Potash Exploration Target — A New Frontier in the Green River Basin

Potash — a critical ingredient for global food security — is making headlines again as American Critical Minerals (OTCQB: APCOF) revealed a substantial NI 43-101 exploration target for sylvanite potash at its Green River Project in Utah. The company estimates 0.6–1.0 billion tonnes grading 12–18% K₂O, adding significant depth to its multi-commodity portfolio that already […]
Imposes Permanent Bans on Cobalt Exporters Violating New Quota Regime

Cobalt Supply Shock: DRC Tightens Grip on Global Market The global cobalt market—already under strain from rising battery demand and supply bottlenecks—was jolted this week as the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) announced a sweeping new enforcement mechanism on its cobalt export quotas. President Félix Tshisekedi confirmed that exporters violating the new quota regime […]
Orla Mining Discovers Two-Kilometre Extension Along Proven Gold Trend, Boosting Resource Potential

Gold’s rally to multi-month highs and renewed investor appetite for exploration-stage plays have turned fresh discoveries into market-moving events — and Orla Mining Ltd. (TSX: OLA | NYSE: ORLA) has just delivered one that’s catching attention across the sector. The company announced results from a new drilling campaign confirming a two-kilometre extension of gold mineralization […]
Predictive Discovery and Robex to Merge in $1.55B Deal, Creating Mid-Tier West Africa Gold Producer

Gold’s rally above $2,400 per ounce this quarter has ignited a new wave of consolidation across the mining sector — and the latest billion-dollar merger is setting the tone for West Africa’s next mid-tier gold powerhouse.Australian explorer Predictive Discovery Ltd. (ASX: PDI) and Canadian miner Robex Resources Inc. (TSXV: RBX) have agreed to an all-share […]