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In this episode, I talk about the discipline of "getting centered"—why nothing good ever comes from FOMO or fear, and how I train myself to sit on my hands until the setup is perfect. I break down my recent long positions in Chinese equities (betting on the sentiment pendulum swinging back) and why I am seeing massive opportunities in commodities like Glencore while everyone else is chasing US AI.Key Topics:The Mental Game: Why I don't trade unless I'm centered and acting with "aggression and firmness" rather than anxiety.The China Thesis: The AI arms race and buying when the market is "uninvestable."Commodities: How I use custom price-action baskets to spot breakouts in hated sectors.Market Outlook: Why I'm waiting for better entries on US Tech/AI.
Trent Mell, President, CEO, and Founder of Electra Battery Materials Corporation (NASDAQ: ELBM) (TSX-V: ELBM), joins me for a comprehensive overview the value proposition for the Company, as a leader in advancing North America's critical minerals supply chain for lithium-ion batteries and for the defense industry. Electra's primary focus is constructing North America's only hydrometallurgical facility capable of refining cobalt sulfate, and it has an operating history of previously producing cobalt carbonate and nickel carbonate. This is part of a phased strategy to onshore critical minerals refining and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. Electra's cobalt sulfate refinery is located in Ontario, Canada, near some of the largest auto manufacturing centers in North America. Electra is also advancing black mass recycling opportunities to recover critical materials from end-of-life batteries, while continuing to evaluate growth opportunities in nickel refining and other downstream battery materials like lithium and graphite. Trent reviewed their strategic government-backed infrastructure with support from U.S. Department of War, the Government of Canada, and the Invest Ontario program. The Company has in place 2 key feedstock contracts with Glencore and Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), as well as commercial offtake agreements with LG Energy Solution and off-book government and manufacturing organizations. In addition to the main opportunity and contracts in place to feed the refinery, Electra holds a significant land package in Idaho's Cobalt Belt, including its Iron Creek project and surrounding properties, positioning the Company as a potential cornerstone for North American cobalt and copper production. The potential exists to add future Idaho feedstock to supplement the Ontario refining, to add in the processing of nickel sulfate, in addition to the battery recycling expansion opportunity. If you have any further questions for Trent regarding Electra Battery Materials Corp, then please email them into me at Shad@kereport.com. Click here to follow the latest news from Electra Battery Materials Corp For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
Ces dernières années, beaucoup de procédures ont été engagées contre des entreprises étrangères en Afrique et leurs pratiques de corruption. Des cas emblématiques ont été jugés, comme celui de Glencore. Il est cependant difficile de voir l'argent restitué. Un mouvement de réflexion est engagé sur le continent, auquel contribue particulièrement le collectif Restitution pour l'Afrique emmené par Jean-Jacques Lumumba, qui a déposé une plainte au mois de mars. Cette plainte déposée auprès Parquet national financier de Paris a fait du bruit car elle est inédite : elle concerne plusieurs membres de Bolloré pour « recel » et « blanchiment ». « Souvent, quand on dénonce la corruption, on s'attaque aux corrompus, mais on fait très peu allusion aux corrupteurs. Et l'objectif que nous menons, c'est de pouvoir s'attaquer aux corrupteurs et de pouvoir s'attaquer aux fruits et aux bénéfices de la corruption », détaille Jean-Jacques Lumumba, qui est à la tête du collectif. Et de poursuivre son analyse : « Ces produits de la corruption produisent des bénéfices et des flux financiers qui arrivent dans des pays. Il faudrait que ces pays-là, cette captation de ressources, soient aussi considérés comme des biens mal acquis. C'est ça tout le concept de biens mal acquis inversés. » Un système de corruption favorisé par le cadre bilatéral – entre les multinationales et les États – des négociations et du traitement des contentieux. L'ONU appelle pour contrer cela à la mise en place d'une convention fiscale. « Si on a un cadre global, on peut avoir une mesure de la redevabilité qui soit beaucoup plus utile. À l'intérieur de cadres bilatéraux de négociations, il y a un problème de transparence. Il y a une asymétrie d'information, il y a une asymétrie de capacité. Et si ces asymétries-là sont localisées à un niveau bilatéral, il est très difficile de les changer. Par contre, si on les situe dans un cadre global, par exemple le cadre des Nations Unies malgré la faiblesse actuelle de l'ONU, on peut ouvrir ces boîtes d'asymétrie pour qu'il y ait plus d'informations disséminées et qu'il y ait plus de transparence », précise le Dr Ibrahim Assane Mayaki, ancien Premier ministre du Niger, coprésident du groupe de haut niveau qui travaille sur ces questions à l'ONU. Repenser l'utilisation des fonds saisis Quand les entreprises sont appelées à payer, il est là encore difficile d'y voir clair. Le cas de Glencore au Cameroun est emblématique. L'entreprise est accusée d'avoir payé des pots de vin pour assurer son approvisionnement en pétrole. La société écope d'une amende de plus d'un milliard de dollars aux États-Unis. « Les pays victimes n'ont pas un radis en compensation. Largent est parti aux États-Unis et en Angleterre », dénonce Akere Muna, un avocat spécialiste de la lutte contre la corruption et le fondateur de Transparency International Cameroun. « Dans le cas de ces sociétés corrupteurs, il faudrait absolument que les fonds soient restitués de façon très transparente à ces pays-là. Parce que le danger – comme dans le cas d'Obyang en France – c'est quand on condamne de renvoyer [l'argent] dans un pays et que ce sont les mêmes [personnes] qui sont en place, ça pose un problème », souligne-t-il. Chaque année, le continent perdrait ainsi 25% de son PIB à cause de la corruption. Un « fléau » qui freine les investissements et accroît les inégalités, dénonce la Banque africaine de développement. À lire aussiTchad: l'Agence de lutte contre la corruption dénonce une situation « alarmante »
Retail giant Mr Price tanks 13% after its surprise Germany deal. Eskom's showdown with Glencore, Merafe and smelters raises fresh questions despite government cheerleading. The Bank for International Settlements warns gold may be entering bubble territory, and Allan Gray shakes up the market with new global ETFs on the JSE. Alec Hogg unpacks it all with Piet Viljoen and Peter Major, including why markets don't buy the hype.
Eskom's talks with Glencore point to a new path for SA industry — but ideology still threatens growth. I unpack what it means for your money.
Fund manager Kokkie Kooymans warns of looming global market risks as Mr Price places a bold R9.6bn offshore bet, Eskom's last-minute deal with Glencore saves 15,000 smelter jobs, Grindrod surges as a Transnet alternative, HCI buys back R650m of its shares, Uzbekistan's SOE playbook raises eyebrows, and thousands of SA expats regain citizenship through the new online portal.
Eskom Distribution boss Agnes Mlambo joins Alec Hogg to explain the emergency power deal with Glencore, Samancor and Merafe that halted mass retrenchments, the brutal economics behind smelter shutdowns, the tense negotiations with Nersa, and why this high-stakes rescue could become a new template for keeping heavy industry alive in South Africa.
Les cours du cobalt continuent de grimper et illustrent le stress du marché qui est privé du minerai bleu congolais depuis plus de neuf mois. Les prémices d'une reprise des exportations se font sentir, mais la complexité des modalités d'application des nouvelles règles mises en place par les autorités reste le sujet qui domine le secteur. Les exportations auraient dû reprendre mi-octobre, mais ce n'est qu'il y a deux jours que des informations ont filtré sur l'expédition imminente et à titre expérimental d'une première cargaison du négociant Glencore qui réponde aux critères imposés par le régime des quotas. Cette nouvelle règlementation, jugée complexe par de nombreux acteurs de la filière, a empêché jusque-là le commerce de cobalt congolais de reprendre. Aux procédures administratives récentes, il faut ajouter le manque de personnel pour effectuer les vérifications des analyses de chaque camion, ainsi que des problèmes logistiques liés à la saison des pluies et à la mobilisation des camions pour l'exportation de cuivre, explique Chris Welch, analyste du marché du cobalt pour Argus Media. Des quotas décalés par rapport aux besoins Les importateurs comptaient sur la remise en circulation d'un peu plus de 18 000 tonnes au quatrième trimestre, mais il est peu probable que ces volumes soient atteints. Si les 7 250 tonnes prévues pour décembre devaient être expédiées, cela resterait bien en deçà des 10 000 tonnes par mois nécessaires à l'équilibre du marché, pointe l'expert d'Argus Media. Les incertitudes s'accumulent, et expliquent la hausse des prix : depuis l'arrêt des exportations, le prix de l'hydroxyde de cobalt, le principal produit exporté par la RDC, a quadruplé. Cette tendance est soutenue par les retards observés qui impliquent que les premières exportations d'hydroxyde arriveront au mieux en Chine d'ici mars-avril, explique Chris Welch. Quand les exportations seront à nouveau fluides, elles seront limitées par les quotas qui correspondent à 40-45 % seulement du volume exporté l'année en 2024. Or la demande d'alliage de cobalt reste soutenue, notamment dans le secteur aérospatial, et ce, malgré la hausse des prix. Approvisionnement critique La RDC produit 70% du cobalt mondial, et les acheteurs peinent de plus en plus à s'approvisionner : ils ont déjà puisé dans leur stock au cours des premiers mois qui ont suivi l'annonce de l'arrêt des exportations. Selon certaines sources rapportées par Argus Media, les acheteurs chinois, en quête du moindre volume de cobalt, combleraient en partie leur déficit avec du cobalt russe, vendu à prix avantageux. Mais les volumes sont limités et ne compenseront pas la pénurie liée à la nouvelle stratégie mise en place par la RDC, même si le producteur russe Nornickel a annoncé cette semaine avoir relancé en totalité sa production de métal de cobalt, qui avait été ralentie suite à un incendie il y a trois ans.
Eskom's deal with Glencore halts ferrochrome retrenchments, Famous Brands targets Malaysia growth, Spar swallows a R4.8bn European exit, Thungela beats coal guidance, MultiChoice completes its JSE delisting, and the BIS raises fresh bubble warnings over gold and US stocks.
Veteran mining analyst Peter Major joins Alec Hogg to unpack Glencore's aggressive JV spree, why copper may be running ahead of fundamentals, what's driving asset sales at Robex, Tungela and Aveng, and why he's sticking with gold ETFs but staying cautious on mining shares at current prices.
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa, NUMSA is marching to the Office of the Presidency at the Union Buildings in Pretoria today to demand urgent intervention to save the country's smelters. The union is protesting massive job losses at companies like Glencore, Samancor and Almar Investments, with thousands of workers affected. NUMSA is calling for a bold industrial policy, including a moratorium on retrenchments, incentives to support local industry and reduced electricity tariffs. The union says the government must act now to prevent further job losses and protect the country's economy. NUMSA National Spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola spoke to Elvis Presslin to elaborate further on the Union's concerns
Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman and CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (TSXV: SCZ) (OTCQX: SCZMF) (FSE: 1SZ), joins me to reiterate their decision to uplist onto the Nasdaq exchange in the US in early 2026, and to delve into the details of Q3 2025 financial and operational results across their portfolio of producing mines in Bolivia and Mexico. On October 28th, the Company announced that it has applied to list its common shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market (NASDAQ); as a significant milestone in Santacruz's growth strategy. We discussed how a big board US listing will increase transparency and liquidity to an expanded American shareholder base, and he explains the rationale for going with the NASDAQ over the NYSE. Santacruz Silver paid off their loan to Glencore in September, and is generating record revenues at current metals prices; so they are in a totally different financial position than a pre-revenue junior resource stock that goes through a share consolidation. The only real change will be a higher share price and a reduced number of outstanding shares post-consolidation, simply to meet the NASDAQ listing requirements. Q3 2025 Highlights (noted in US dollars) Revenues of $79.99 million, a 2% increase year-over-year. Gross Profit of $20.17 million, a 28% increase year-over-year. Net Income of $16.34 million, a 7% decrease year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA of $19.51 million, a 67% increase year-over-year. Cash & Marketable securities of $59.23 million, a 225% increase year-over-year. Working Capital of $69.20 million, a 186% increase year-over-year. AISC per silver equivalent ounce sold of $35.62, a 30% increase year-over-year. This increased AISC was temporary for this quarter due to brief change currency FX exchange rates, Bolivar dewatering initiatives and reduces production in the quarter, and the development investment at the 960 level at Zimapan. Silver Equivalent Ounces produced of 3,424,817, a 30% increase year-over-year. Arturo guides us through a comprehensive review of all their producing operations starting off addressing how Q3 captured the largest impacts of the water inflow event that first occurred at the Bolívar Mine in May 2025. Since then, their operations team has strengthened the pumping system at Bolívar, with the fourth line commissioned in September and then the installation of a fifth submersible line in Q4; which together have increased total pumping capacity to 340 liters per second (l/s). These improvements are facilitating the gradual dewatering and recovery of the affected zones in the Bolívar mine and production is ongoing. The Company expects production from the high-grade Pomabamba and Nané vein areas at Bolívar to resume in February 2026 and ramp up steadily through the remainder of the year. Next we reviewed the strategic importance of the small but high-margin Porco Mine, giving the company a foothold and good visibility to the Potosi mining district. Then rounding out the review of Bolivian assets, we moved over to the low-cost Caballo Blanco Group of mines and the high-margin San Lucas Group Lucas feed sourcing business (which now includes ore blended from the Reserva Mine). Arturo highlights how the San Lucas metals sales helped offset the lower silver production at the Bolívar Mine in Q3, and will do so again in Q4, providing a great defensive and growing asset inside their portfolio. In Mexico, Zimapán continued to deliver stable production, reflecting consistent plant throughput and recoveries. Part of the reason for higher costs in Q2 and Q3 have been all the equipment and development work invested this year into accessing the higher-grade 960 Level at the Zimapan Mine. This 960 Level is starting to contribute more in the latter part of the Q4 production profile from Zimapan, but will be more significant in Q1 of 2026 and beyond, with capital investment coming down, and grade and metal recoveries going up. Wrapping up we looked ahead to 2026 and discussed future growth through exploration around current mines, the development of the Soracaya Project, and the potential for future accretive acquisitions in the Americas. If you have any follow up questions for Arturo regarding Santacruz Silver, then please email those to me Shad@kereport.com. In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Santacruz Silver at the time of this recording, and may choose to buy or sell shares at any time. Click here to follow the latest news from Santacruz Silver For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
Recording date: 25th November 2025Derek Mcpherson and Sam Pelaez of Olive Resource Capital highlight critical developments reshaping mining investment, with asset scarcity and supply chain vulnerabilities emerging as defining challenges for the sector.The ongoing Anglo American situation exemplifies limited growth options for major miners. Despite BHP quickly dismissing weekend speculation about a renewed bid, the December 9th shareholder vote underscores how few tier-one assets exist that can materially impact large producers' portfolios. Pelaez notes these critical assets remain concentrated among major companies like Teck, Anglo, and Glencore, with many already partnered on world-scale Chilean copper projects. The executives emphasize that while acquisition targets are scarce, "eventually someone has to build something, and the biggest companies are best positioned to build something."Sovereign wealth funds are now competing for direct critical minerals exposure. The Qatar Investment Authority's memorandum of understanding with Ivanhoe Mines to support Democratic Republic of Congo growth mirrors earlier Chinese sovereign investments in tier-one African assets. This development signals Middle Eastern capital seeking strategic positioning in what Pelaez views as an emerging electrification commodities bull market, though he stresses there are "simply not enough investable assets and companies for everyone to get direct exposure."The gold equity market continues maturing, with Muddy Waters pitching pre-revenue explorer Snowline Gold at the generalist Sohn Conference—a significant milestone indicating institutional capital flowing beyond traditional mining investors. This follows sustained inflows into the GDX ETF and suggests generalists are increasingly willing to evaluate unprofitable developers.However, the most critical structural challenge remains Western processing capabilities. Despite domestic mining efforts, North American materials still require Chinese processing for battery precursor conversion. Pelaez emphasizes the West lags China "more than a decade" in rare earths, lithium, and graphite processing, creating supply chain vulnerabilities that policy alone cannot address. For investors, understanding complete processing pathways matters as much as resource quality when evaluating critical minerals projects.Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
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This week's episode features Alon Olsha, Senior Analyst for Metals & Mining at Bloomberg Intelligence, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on the latest developments at Glencore. Alon explains the mounting shareholder pressure over Glencore's shrinking copper portfolio and its dominant but controversial trading division. He also explores the company's growing focus on Argentina as a key growth region. The discussion also explores the significant obstacles Glencore would encounter if it were to pursue a bid for Teck Resources, as well as the structural and market challenges confronting its smelting operations in a competitive global landscape. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (www.incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner
Hello and welcome to episode 201 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast. I am Chris Kirkbride. This episode covers key sanctions updates, including the UN Security Council's Resolution 2799 (2025) delisting Syrian officials and the US suspending some Caesar Act sanctions to aid Syria's recovery, as well as the UN General Assembly criticising US sanctions on ICC officials. Enforcement highlights feature fraud charges against six ex-Glencore executives, the UK's National Crime Agency recovering over £20 million in assets via an Unexplained Wealth Order, and sentencing in a record-setting £5 billion Bitcoin seizure. Also discussed are federal charges against MLB pitchers for betting and money laundering, Europol's takedown of phishing-as-a-service networks like LabHost, and FCA alerts about clone scams targeting Northern Trust firms.A transcript of this podcast, with links to the stories, will be available at www.crimes.financial.
Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman and CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (TSXV: SCZ) (OTCQX: SCZMF) (FSE: 1SZ), joins me unpack the decision to uplist onto the Nasdaq exchange in the US, and to delve into the details of Q3 2025 operational results across their portfolio of producing mines. On October 28th, the Company announced that it has applied to list its common shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market (NASDAQ); as a significant milestone in Santacruz's growth strategy. We discussed how a big board US listing will increase transparency and liquidity to an expanded American shareholder base, and he explains the rationale for going with the NASDAQ over the NYSE. In connection with the proposed listing, the Company will seek shareholder approval at the upcoming AGSM for, among other things, a consolidation of its common shares to meet Nasdaq's initial listing requirements, which include a minimum bid price of US$4 per share. We discussed that the share consolidation is for a positive reason and for listing requirements, which is much different than when cash-starved juniors typically roll back their shares to initiate further series of dilutive financings. Santacruz Silver paid off their loan to Glencore in September, and is generating record revenues at current metals prices; so they are in a totally different financial position than a pre-revenue junior resource stock. Their motivation for the share consolidation is merely to meet the NASDAQ listing requirements. We also get into a comprehensive review of all producing operations, as well as discussing future growth through exploration around current mines, development of Soracaya, and the potential for accretive acquisitions. Santacruz Silver operates 1 mine in Mexico, and 5 mines, 3 mills, and an ore feed-sourcing and metals trading business in Bolivia, as an emerging mid-tier silver and base metals producer. On November 3rd, Santacruz Silver reported its Q3 2025 production results from its Bolívar mine, Porco mine, Caballo Blanco Group of mines and the San Lucas Group (which includes the Reserva Mina) and the San Lucas feed sourcing business, all located in Bolivia, and the Zimapan mine located in Mexico. Q3 2025 Production Highlights: Silver Equivalent Production: 3,424,817 silver equivalent ounces Silver Production: 1,241,929 ounces Zinc Production: 21,581 tonnes Lead Production: 2,603 tonnes Copper Production: 331 tonnes During Q3 2025, Santacruz maintained steady consolidated production, supported by strong operational performance from Caballo Blanco and San Lucas, which helped offset the lower silver production at the Bolívar mine. This third quarter captured the largest impacts of the water inflow event that first occurred at the Bolívar Mine in May 2025. Since then, their operations team has been actively working on strengthening the pumping system at Bolívar, with the fourth line commissioned in September and the installation of a fifth submersible line underway, which together will increase total pumping capacity to 340 liters per second (l/s). These improvements are facilitating the gradual dewatering and recovery of the affected zones in the Bolívar mine. The Company expects production from the high-grade Pomabamba and Nané areas at Bolívar to resume in February 2026 and ramp up steadily through the remainder of the year. In Mexico, Zimapán continued to deliver stable production, reflecting consistent plant throughput and recoveries. we discussed the higher-grade 960 Level at the Zimapan Mine starting to contribute, and how this will continue growing in the Q3 and Q4 production profile from Zimapan for the balance of this year and for many years into the future. If you have any follow up questions for Arturo regarding Santacruz Silver, then please email those to me Shad@kereport.com. In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Santacruz Silver at the time of this recording, and may choose to buy or sell shares at any time. Click here to follow the latest news from Santacruz Silver For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
In Part 2, Mark Crandall relives the events that led to the founding of Glencore and Trafigura. Why did Claude Dauphin go his separate way and what was the founding vision for Trafigura? How had Marc Rich already set the vision for the trading houses which would lead to their domination? How has that dominance led to almost insurmountable barriers to entry for aspiring competitors today? And what was it about these singular individuals that led to their success?
L'essentiel des nouvelles le 4 novembre 2025 --- TI et affaires: JIQ le 19 novembre à Québec -> https://actionti.com/jiq/ ---C'est finalement l'homme d'affaires Luc Boivin qui a été élu maire de SaguenayLe gouvernement Carney présentera son premier budget cet après-midi Glencore envisagerait de fermer la Fonderie Horne Les Québécois regardent encore beaucoup plus les chaines de télé traditionnelle que Netflix, YouTube et TikTokQuestrade obtient le feu vert pour lancer une banque numériqueOpenAI a signé un premier contrat avec AmazonLa société américaine Kimberly-Clark achète le fabricant de TylenolBerkshire Hathaway détient un montant record de liquiditésLa Bourse de Toronto va accueillir sa première nouvelle société techno en quatre ans--- Version écrite de ces nouvelles et autres nouvelles: https://infobref.com Pour s'abonner aux infolettres gratuites d'InfoBref (notamment pour recevoir ce bulletin audio par écrit chaque matin): https://infobref.com/infolettres Où trouver le balado InfoBref sur les principales plateformes de balado: https://infobref.com/audio Commentaires et suggestions à l'animateur Patrick Pierra, et information sur les options de publicité-commandite dans ce balado: editeur@infobref.com Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
Jour de budget à Ottawa. Glencore ferme, ou ne ferme pas? La rencontre politique avec Yasmine Abdelfadel et Mario Dumont. Regardez aussi cette discussion en vidéo via https://www.qub.ca/videos ou en vous abonnant à QUB télé : https://www.tvaplus.ca/qub ou sur la chaîne YouTube QUB https://www.youtube.com/@qub_radioPour de l'information concernant l'utilisation de vos données personnelles - https://omnystudio.com/policies/listener/fr
Glencore voudrait fermer la Fonderie Horne. Élections à New York demain. Courses en Virginie et dans le New Jersey. Les Russes donnent un grand coup à Pokrovsk. La rencontre Bureau-Dumont avec Stéphan Bureau et Mario Dumont. Regardez aussi cette discussion en vidéo via https://www.qub.ca/videos ou en vous abonnant à QUB télé : https://www.tvaplus.ca/qub ou sur la chaîne YouTube QUB https://www.youtube.com/@qub_radioPour de l'information concernant l'utilisation de vos données personnelles - https://omnystudio.com/policies/listener/fr
Glencore envisagerait de fermer la Fonderie Horne en raison des coûts élevés. Le prix des produits laitiers se stabilise. Discussion économique avec Francis Gosselin, économiste. Regardez aussi cette discussion en vidéo via https://www.qub.ca/videos ou en vous abonnant à QUB télé : https://www.tvaplus.ca/qub ou sur la chaîne YouTube QUB https://www.youtube.com/@qub_radioPour de l'information concernant l'utilisation de vos données personnelles - https://omnystudio.com/policies/listener/fr
Today, we're joined by Mark Crandall, one of the founding fathers of the modern trading house and the commodities sector as we know it today. Mark started his career at Morgan Stanley, where he helped launch its commodities desk, before joining Marc Rich & Co. Mark went on the have a pivotal role in, and ring-side seat to, the machinations that lead to the founding of Glencore and Trafigura. In Part 1, we cover his early career leading up to the famous split at Marc Rich & Co. We discuss the rise of the Wall Street Refiners and what made Marc Rich special and the company he founded shape the industry even today.
Luis Benguerel, analista independiente, repasa lo más destacado en Europa: Mercedes, Deutsche Bank y UBS, BASF, Adidas, Capgemini y Glencore.
In today's BizNews Briefing, Alec Hogg unpacks the fiery showdown between Helen Zille and Herman Mashaba as the battle for Johannesburg's mayorship kicks into gear a year ahead of the elections. The war of words between the DA and ActionSA leaders signals an intense contest ahead. Also in the spotlight, mining expert Peter Major tears into the ANC's proposed 25% Chrome export tax - calling it one of the government's “worst ideas yet.” Plus, updates on Glencore and Renergen.
Sasfin Wealth's David Shapiro discusses the day's market developments, miners going strong, Glencore recovering, global market performance, and the US interest rate decision. SAfm Market Update - Podcasts and live stream
Michael Rowley, President & CEO, of Stillwater Critical Minerals (TSX.V: PGE – OTCQB: PGEZF), joins us to review the news out today announcing the completion of the 2025 exploration program, that the Company has engaged Mine Technical Services (“MTS”) to complete an updated NI 43-101-compliant Mineral Resource Estimate (“MRE”) for the Company's 100%-owned Stillwater West critical minerals project in Montana, USA. Stillwater West hosts nickel, copper, cobalt, chromium, platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium, gold, and osmium – a unique mix of battery, alloy, and platinum group metals essential to clean energy, defense, and technology supply chains. Mike explains that this new geological model and understanding of the Stillwater West Project through the lens of the South African Bushveld Complex as a parallel is so crucial to unlocking the value proposition of the Project and for future exploration targeting. It is also quite constructive have Dr. Danie Grobler, Vice President of Exploration, Albie Brits, Senior Geologist, provide different layers of input and collaboration with Tim Kuhl and the MTS team on the updated Stillwater resource estimate. Their extensive experience in Platreef-type geology and resource estimation is expected to provide significant value to the Project. Highlights and upcoming catalysts: The 2025 drill campaign is now complete, totaling 3,471m in eight holes, with all assays pending. The updated MRE will incorporate 14 drill holes totaling 5,781 meters (“m”) from the 2023 and 2025 programs, plus select historic holes not included in the current estimate. The updated Mineral Resource Estimate is expected in H1 2026 and will mark the next step in advancing Stillwater West as a potential large-scale source of ten minerals listed as critical in the U.S. The update will build on the January 25, 2023, Inferred Mineral Resource and results will support further technical studies and economic assessments. MTS has completed a site visit and is updating deposit models to incorporate new data, improved geologic domaining, geostatistics, and structural controls – leveraging insights from the Platreef district in South Africa. The work is being led by Mr. Timothy Kuhl (MTS) and Dr. Danie Grobler (Stillwater) who together previously worked with the late Dr. Harry Parker on the resource estimation and technical reports for Ivanhoe Mines' Platreef Mine. We go on to discuss with Mike the challenges and opportunities in defining the large-scale polymetallic and critical mineral resources at Stillwater West; and why it has the attention of large major producers, like their strategic partner Glencore, along with attention from the US and Montana government. We discuss how the nickel, copper, and cobalt tie into the growing industry demands for battery metals, energy metals, and defense metals. Additionally, with platinum, palladium, rhodium, and gold all demonstrating strong recent market performance, Stillwater West offers significant leverage to these precious metals. If you have any questions for Mike or the team at Stillwater Critical Minerals, then please email them into us at Fleck@kereport.com or Shad@kereport.com. Click here to follow the latest news from Stillwater Critical Minerals For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman and CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (TSXV: SCZ) (OTCQB: SCZMF), joins me to focus on the growth strategy at the development-stage Soracaya Project, as well as the exploration upside and expansion potential around the Bolivar, Porco, and Zimapan Mines. Santacruz Silver operates 5 mines, 3 mills, and an ore feed-sourcing and metals trading business in Bolivia, along with 1 mine in Mexico, as an emerging mid-tier silver and base metals producer. We kick things off with a review of the news out October 7th which announced the initiation of development activities and the pursuit of full production permitting at their wholly-owned Soracaya Project; located in the Potosí Department, Bolivia. These activities mark a key step toward advancing the Project to a production decision. With the preliminary mine plan in place and the permitting process underway, Soracaya is emerging as a cornerstone growth project for Santacruz Silver in Bolivia. Soracaya is a high-grade, silver-rich project, featuring mineralization along reactivated faults with replacement and brecciated sulphides, geological characteristics typical of some of the world's most productive silver deposits. Since 1999, more than 29.6 km of drilling across 90+ holes has provided extensive geological data, supporting robust resource modeling and preliminary mine planning. Additionally, Glencore already put in the decline to access the high-grade veins, so there are some distinct brownfield site infrastructure advantages already in place. An internal study was completed by Glencore with an estimated capex of ~US$40MM for construction of a processing plant and tailings facility. Mine plan today envisions a roughly 12-year mine life with the idea to process about 850-1000 tonnes per day of material through the proposed mill. Arturo outlined that Soracaya's high-grade resource, strategic location in Potosí, and synergies with existing operations and the teams experience as underground miners give them confidence in its ability to deliver long-term value for shareholders and stakeholders alike. We also discuss the permitting process, along with the regional Potosí District and mining history, as well as the national election and constructive political developments inside of Bolivia. Their team is now currently increasing exploration and development work around the Bolivar and Porco Mines in Bolivia, to expand resources and extend mine life. Arturo reiterated their philosophy of constantly exploring at each mine to reinvest in the future growth of the company. Transitioning over to Mexico, we discussed the higher-grade 960 Level at the Zimapan Mine starting to contribute, and how this well-endowed mineralized zone will continue growing in their Q4 production profile from Zimapan for the balance of this year and for many years into the future. Arturo also highlighted that with the strength of the balance sheet, with the final 2 payments to Glencore completed in September, and robust incoming revenues at these higher underlying metals prices. This gives them the optionality to review potential merger or acquisition assets if they are accretive and if their team can add value to those projects. If you have any follow up questions for Arturo regarding Santacruz Silver, then please email them to me Shad@kereport.com. In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Santacruz Silver at the time of this recording, and may choose to buy or sell shares at any time. Click here to follow the latest news from Santacruz Silver For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests may own shares in companies mentioned.
Interview with Bart Jaworski, CEO of Group Eleven ResourcesOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/group-eleven-resources-tsxvzng-pitch-perfect-october-2025-8200Recording date: 6th October 2025Group Eleven Resources has emerged as one of Ireland's most significant mineral explorers following the discovery of high-grade zinc-lead mineralization extending 2.6 km along a prospective 6 km trend. The Ballywire project delivers exceptional grades averaging 10% zinc-lead with 100 grams per ton silver, substantially exceeding the 6% global average for operating mines. This positions the company to capitalize on Ireland's reputation for producing clean, high-quality concentrates favored by major smelters worldwide.Recent drilling has identified significant copper mineralization beneath the zinc discovery, intercepting 6 meters grading nearly 4% copper and 1,000 g/t silver. This copper-silver horizon represents a strategic shift, exposing the project to the high-demand copper market where major mining companies actively seek new supply sources. The discovery places Ballywire within a historical copper belt hosting several prospects, two previously mined.With CAD $8.4 million secured through recent financing, Group Eleven has funded over 25,000 meters of drilling extending through 2027. The company operates three drill rigs year-round with plans to expand to four, benefiting from Ireland's exceptionally low drilling costs of $150 CAD per meter and year-round accessibility. The exploration strategy focuses on testing three remaining gravity anomalies and delineating copper-silver mineralization at depth.The project benefits from backing by Glencore and mining entrepreneur Michael Gentille, plus strategic proximity to Glencore's nearby 50-million-ton deposits. Ireland's government supports the sector through its EUR 30 million Irish Mining Fund, which provides equity investment alongside private capital.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/group-eleven-resources-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
Nahost-Abkommen unterzeichnet / Demonstrationsverbot am Opernhaus / Koalitionsausschuss in Berlin beendet / EU-Rechnungshof rügt fehlerhafte Ausgaben / Regierung stützt Glencore mit Millionenhilfe / Kritik an Rückkehraktion aus Syrien / Chemie-Nobelpreis an Australier vergeben / Regierungschaos in Frankreich / Russland greift ukrainisches Kraftwerk an
Australian taxpayers will fund a $600 million rescue package so mining giant Glencore can keep its Mt Isa copper smelter running for the next three years.
Australian taxpayers will fund a $600 million rescue package for mining giant Glencore to keep copper processing facilities operational in North Queensland until the end of 2028.
Australian taxpayers will fund a multi-million dollar rescue package for mining giant Glencore to keep copper processing facilities operating in Queensland until the end of 2028.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Ferial Haffajee, Associate Editor, Daily Maverick and Dr Iraj Abedian, CEO of Pan-African Investments and Research Services, about the ruling party’s freshly announced economic recovery plan. The conversation unpacks what’s different this time around, whether the proposals address South Africa’s long-standing growth and unemployment challenges, and how realistic the measures are in the current political and fiscal climate. In other interviews, Andre Nepgen, Head of Discovery Green, talks about a landmark agreement between Discovery Green and Glencore. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andre Nepgen, hoof van Discovery Green, en Theo Vorster, medestigter van Galileo Capital, bespreek Discovery Green en Glencore se ooreenkoms. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter
L'affaire Glencore met en cause des pots-de-vin estimés à 11 millions de dollars – environ 7 milliards de FCFA – versés à des responsables de la SNH et de la Sonara pour obtenir des cargaisons de pétrole brut à prix préférentiel entre 2011 et 2018. Alors que le procès s'ouvrira devant la justice britannique en juin 2027, les répercussions se font déjà sentir au Cameroun. Une perte d'attractivité économique et une production de pétrole en repli. L'affaire Glencore, emblématique dossier de corruption, a joué un rôle non négligeable, notamment pour l'image du pays. Selon l'économiste Serge Godong, professeur à l'université de Yaoundé 2, il a aggravé la situation et les problèmes de gouvernance. Il explique : « Il faut inscrire l'affaire Glencore dans la dynamique institutionnelle générale du pays, qui est en recul. C'est une perte de compétitivité, mais surtout une perte de réputation en matière de gouvernance. Le Cameroun apparaît aujourd'hui aux alentours du 28e rang africain des pays attractifs pour les investissements directs étrangers. Ce n'est pas honorable pour un pays qui prétend être la locomotive économique de l'Afrique centrale. » Une enquête camerounaise ? Sur le plan judiciaire, deux ans se sont écoulés depuis que le président Paul Biya a autorisé la SNH à déposer une plainte devant le Tribunal criminel spécial, afin qu'une enquête soit ouverte. Mais depuis, aucune information n'a été communiquée. L'avocat Henri Njoh Manga Bell, président de Transparency International Cameroon, s'interroge : « Des aveux de Glencore, il ressort que de hautes personnalités ont été corrompues. Il est donc possible que certaines d'entre elles soient encore en fonction et qu'elles freinent toute tentative de faire la lumière. On a l'impression que la justice camerounaise attend l'ouverture du procès en Angleterre pour se décider, puisqu'elle n'a en réalité jamais lancé d'enquête ici. » L'ampleur des pertes encore floue Selon les éléments déjà connus, Glencore aurait racheté le pétrole camerounais environ 30% en dessous du prix du marché en échange des pots-de-vin. Les pertes sont donc considérables, mais difficilement chiffrables. « Tant qu'aucune enquête n'a été ouverte à Yaoundé, il sera impossible d'évaluer précisément ce qui a été spolié, précise Alain Nkoyock, universitaire spécialiste de la gouvernance, tous les chiffres avancés aujourd'hui ne sont qu'approximatifs. » Le Cameroun pourrait récupérer cet argent, mais cela demande énormément de temps et de volonté politique, estime Alain Nkoyock : « Il faut un engagement politique fort, sans ambiguïté, pour poursuivre les responsables locaux impliqués. La deuxième chose, c'est une coopération internationale proactive, basée sur la transparence et la pression de la société civile. Le Nigeria a pu le faire justement parce qu'il y avait un autre gouvernement à l'époque qui était au pouvoir et qui l'avait mis vraiment tout son poids pour que cela soit fait. Et enfin, il faut inscrire le recouvrement des avoirs volés au Cameroun dans une stratégie nationale claire avec un bureau spécialisé. » À la fin du mois d'août, l'administration fiscale camerounaise a malgré tout notifié à Glencore une dette de près de 11 000 milliards de FCFA, soit un peu moins de 20 millions de dollars, correspondant à des droits et taxes détournés.
Interview with Dustin Perry, CEO of Kingfisher Metals Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/gold-navigating-the-investment-opportunities-and-understanding-the-risks-5527Recording date: 24th September 2025Kingfisher Metals has positioned itself as a dominant force in British Columbia's Golden Triangle, assembling the largest contiguous land package among junior explorers at 850 square kilometers. Under CEO Dustin Perry's leadership, the company operates in Canada's most prolific copper-gold region, home to the highest-grade gold mine at Brucejack and the world's largest undeveloped gold deposit at KSM.Recent exploration success validates the company's systematic approach. The 2025 program delivered 234 meters grading 1% copper equivalent and identified a new porphyry system at Hank target. Perry describes this discovery as having "all the early stage indications that we're on to a very large deposit." The breakthrough resulted from methodical target generation by a team with proven experience at KSM, Red Chris, and the successful GT Gold project.Strategic advantages differentiate Kingfisher from regional competitors. Properties sit just 12 kilometers from highway infrastructure with favorable topography, lower elevation, and reduced environmental complications. Perry notes the location benefits: "You don't need to find something that good to make it very economical where we are given the location." The company avoids salmon river conflicts that plague other regional projects while maintaining proximity to power infrastructure.Financial backing strengthens the exploration runway through a $11 million financing completed in May 2025. Ashwath Mehra, founding partner of Glencore and former GT Gold executive chairman, leads the advisory board while institutional investors provide patient capital for multi-year programs.The investment thesis centers on statistical probability across extensive prospective terrain surrounded by major operators Teck, Anglo American, and Newmont. Recent $750 million commitments to adjacent Galore Creek and Schaft Creek projects, located further from infrastructure, create acquisition potential for infrastructure-advantaged discoveries. Perry's long-term vision follows the GT Gold model, targeting systematic exploration leading to discovery and ultimate major company acquisition within three years.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/kingfisher-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
From the wilds of Idaho, mining analyst Peter Major joins Alec Hogg to unpack the week's big mining stories. With Botswana and Angola eyeing stakes in De Beers, Anglo American suddenly has options it never expected. Glencore is pulling back from the Congo as cobalt prices tumble, while silver edges back into the spotlight — even if South Africa has little of it to mine. Plus, Peter explains why Orion and Core Potash could be the quiet winners for patient investors.
This week: With the global race to secure sustainable critical mineral supply chains intensifying, financing remains one of the sector's toughest hurdles. ING's Tim van Pelt talks with Innovation Forum's Ian Welsh to unpack where the gaps lie in funding critical mineral projects and how companies can navigate the challenges to unlock capital. Plus: Innovation Forum's Emilia Colman highlights key emerging themes ahead of the Critical Minerals Innovation Forum in London this November from supply chain transparency and ESG pressures to shifting corporate strategies as demand accelerates. Host: Ian Welsh Click here for the recording of the recent streamlining standards webinar with ICMM and ZF Group, organised in the lead up to the Critical Minerals Innovation Forum on 5th-6th November. Join Anglo American, ICMM, Glencore, BHP, Vale Base Metals, Airbus, BASF, LG Energy Solutions, Ørsted, Standard Chartered Bank, and many more. Click here for more information on how to register, or contact emilia.colman@innovationforum.co.uk.
Fresh from China, veteran mining analyst Peter Major joins Alec Hogg to unpack what he saw on the ground - from jaw-dropping infrastructure to a mining industry firing on all cylinders. He warns that while gold rockets to record highs, South Africa's own mining sector is shackled by policy failure and a broken cadastral system. Plus, we look at Anglo's global battles, Orion's Glencore breakthrough, and why smart investors should keep an eye on copper.
À 45 ans, Cabral Libii est l'un des candidats les plus jeunes à la présidentielle du 12 octobre au Cameroun. Mais ce n'est pas un néophyte. Il y a sept ans, à la précédente élection, il était arrivé troisième. Et aujourd'hui, pour lutter contre la fraude électorale, il appelle tous les électeurs à surveiller leur bureau de vote le jour du scrutin, comme au Sénégal il y a 18 mois. Que pense-t-il de l'initiative en faveur d'Issa Tchiroma, désigné par certains comme le « candidat consensuel de l'opposition » ? De passage à Paris, le chef du Parti Camerounais pour la Réconciliation nationale (PCRN), répond aux questions de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI : Si vous êtes élu, quelles seront vos deux priorités ? Cabral Libii : Celle sans doute par laquelle je commencerai, c'est le recouvrement des 11,7 milliards que Glencore, qui a spolié le pétrole camerounais pendant dix ans, a accepté de payer. Le recouvrement est bloqué maintenant par la corruption de quelques agents publics qui empêchent le recouvrement de cet argent dont le peuple a besoin justement pour résoudre les urgences. Et ces urgences, elles sont de quatre ordres. Nous avons déjà annoncé qu'une fois élus, nous donnerions deux milliards de francs CFA à chaque commune du Cameroun pour régler les urgences, les infrastructures notamment routières, en permettant aux communes d'acquérir des engins pour le faire, les urgences hospitalières pour relever le plateau technique des hôpitaux dans les communes, les urgences numériques et scolaires, puis les urgences alimentaires. Face au président sortant Paul Biya et à la machine électorale de son parti RDPC, est-ce que vous ne partez pas battu ? Absolument pas. Cette fameuse machine n'est pas redoutable par son projet, son efficacité et ses résultats. Elle est redoutable par la fraude électorale qui s'est sophistiquée d'année en année. Il y a quelques jours, nous avons rendu publique et c'est encore visible sur notre site internet www.cabral2025.com, nous avons démontré qu'il y a une réserve de deux millions de voix qui a été fabriquée par des manipulations algorithmiques. Des voix fictives ? Des voix fictives par des manipulations numériques. Et pour contrecarrer cela, il y a une seule solution : engager la responsabilité individuelle des électeurs. Ce que le Sénégal nous a donné comme enseignement, c'est que c'est la responsabilité individuelle de l'électeur qui fait tomber de vieux régimes. Il faut que chacun fasse sa part. Faire sa part, c'est être dans le bureau de vote le jour de l'élection, voter et surtout que les uns et les autres se rendent disponibles bénévolement pour surveiller le vote. Parce que si on n'est pas dans les bureaux de vote, ils vont travestir le résultat des urnes. Samedi dernier, l'ancien ministre Issa Tchiroma Bakary a été désigné « candidat consensuel de l'opposition » par un regroupement de partis dénommé Union pour le changement. Qu'est-ce que vous pensez de cette démarche ? Rien du tout. Pour nous, c'est un non-événement. Le mot consensus est un mot français qui signifie accord de volonté. Donc, vous et moi, dans ce studio, on peut faire consensus sur ce que nous voulons, mais encore faut-il que cela ait un impact réel. Ce que moi je sais, c'est que le projet que je porte fait consensus. Voilà le type de consensus que nous avons appelé « la vague orange », que nous avons soulevé au grand meeting de Kribi et qui a déferlé. Vous savez, nous sommes douze candidats. Je fais partie des cadets et l'une des choses que nous entendons constamment, c'est que : « Oui, vous les cadets, vous devez vous aligner derrière les aînés ». Nous leur disons d'accord, que les trois septuagénaires qui viennent juste après le nonagénaire s'entendent déjà, se coalisent déjà entre eux et puis nous aviserons. Ce d'autant que deux de ces septuagénaires sont issus pratiquement du même village, tout au moins du même département, celui de la Bénoué. À écouter aussi[Vos réactions] Présidentielle au Cameroun : quelle image vous renvoie l'opposition ? Vous pensez à Tchiroma et à Bello ? Absolument. Alors justement... Ils n'ont pas que ça en partage. Alors justement, cet appel que vous avez lancé aux trois septuagénaires, c'est-à-dire à Akere Mouna, Bello Bouba et Issa Tchiroma, ça n'a pas du tout plu à Issa Tchiroma, qui y a vu une façon de votre part de vouloir le mettre à la retraite. Il vous appelle à plus de respect, à plus d'humilité... Peut-on faire montre de plus d'humilité que de solliciter des aînés ? Qu'ils s'entendent déjà. C'est du respect. Tout ce que nous leur demandons, c'est que vous avez beaucoup de choses en partage. Certains d'entre eux ont servi le régime pendant 30 ans, d'autres durant 25 ans, puis ils décident à deux mois de l'élection présidentielle de se lancer. Ce n'est pas tout le temps que l'on voit des gens qui ont aussi servilement servi un régime se décider de le faire tomber deux mois avant une élection présidentielle. Et nous leur disons qu'il n'y a pas de soucis. Le peuple vous regarde parfois avec un regard suspicieux parce que ce n'est pas la première fois que vous allez de gauche à droite et que vous justifiez à chaque fois vos allées et venues. L'électeur camerounais, nous lui faisons confiance, est très lucide sur ce point. Mais vous le savez bien que Bello et Tchiroma, leur fief, c'est le nord et que le nord, ça compte un tiers des voix. Vous allez perdre des voix nécessairement, non, par rapport à 2018 où Bello et Tchiroma n'étaient pas candidats ? Écoutez, je sors de ce nord-là. Vous avez vu les milliers et les centaines de milliers de personnes qui sont venues à ma rencontre. Ces personnes-là ne suivent pas un nordiste. Ces gens-là m'ont dit : « Monsieur Libii, vous avez toujours été à nos côtés et à nos yeux, ce n'est pas parce que vous êtes né plus loin au sud que nous ne croyons pas en vous et pour nous, vous incarnez notre espérance et notre espoir ». Moi, je ne suis pas un ancien ministre avec de l'argent gardé ici ou là. Moi, je ne suis pas du vieux système où ils achètent des consciences et des voix, où ils payent des gens pour les réunir. Je suis donc conscient qu'il y a des gens qui sont candidats pour gagner le nord, mais moi, je suis candidat pour gagner l'élection nationale. À lire aussiÉlections au Cameroun: pour battre Paul Biya, «il faudra un raz-de-marée» de l'opposition, martèle Issa Tchiroma Bakary
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Donald MacKay, Director at XA Global Trade Advisors, about Glencore's upcoming meeting with South African Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. The meeting, scheduled for Friday, aims to address the challenges facing the country's ferrochrome industry, which is grappling with high energy costs and operational shutdowns. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dans cet épisode, nous nous intéressons aux raisons de la condamnation tardive du régime d'apartheid sud-africain par la Suisse. L'historienne Sandra Bott est allée aux sources des relations économiques entre les deux Etats pour comprendre comment, au cours de la Guerre froide, la Suisse a maintenu des liens financiers et commerciaux étroits avec Pretoria, malgré sa posture officielle de neutralité. Circuits de l'or, rôle ambigu de la Banque Nationale Suisse, crédits massifs et activités opaques de sociétés comme Glencore témoignent d'une diplomatie économique parfois complice. Aujourd'hui encore, la mémoire de ces relations reste sensible et son héritage pèse encore sur le système financier suisse. Sandra Bott répond aux questions de David Glaser.
Interview with Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman & CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/santacruz-silver-tsxvscz-q1-revenue-hits-70m-as-turnaround-plan-delivers-results-7297Recording date: 11th September 2025Santacruz Silver Mining represents a compelling investment opportunity for investors seeking exposure to a financially disciplined silver producer with strong fundamentals and clear growth catalysts. The company has successfully completed a strategic financial restructuring that positions it as one of the cleanest balance sheet stories in the precious metals sector.The company's financial transformation is remarkable. Santacruz has completely eliminated its acquisition-related debt obligations, paying off the final $15 million of its Glencore asset acquisition ahead of schedule while securing an additional $40 million in savings through an acceleration clause execution. This achievement has resulted in a pristine balance sheet with no streaming agreements, no royalties, and minimal debt beyond a strategically structured $20 million promissory note in Bolivia that carries a negative implied interest rate.Operationally, Santacruz demonstrates impressive resilience and diversification through its portfolio of four producing mines and one ore sourcing company spanning Mexico and Bolivia. The company generates over 7 million ounces of pure silver annually alongside significant zinc credits, with management projecting $90-120 million in annual free cash flow. This operational strength was evidenced when recent flooding at two Bolivian veins was immediately offset by San Lucas trading operations, which sourced replacement ore from third-party miners to maintain full mill capacity utilization.The investment thesis is strengthened by favorable currency dynamics in Bolivia, where 80-85% of operational costs are denominated in Bolivianos. The recent devaluation of the Boliviano creates ongoing cost advantages that directly improve all-in sustained cash costs and enhance profit margins, particularly beneficial in the current rising silver price environment.Santacruz's primary growth catalyst centers on the advanced Soracaya brownfield project, which management characterizes as "advanced organic growth." This asset features existing 43-101 resource reporting and previous development work by Glencore, with full permitting expected within 7-10 months. Once operational, Soracaya will contribute an additional 4 million ounces of annual silver production - representing approximately a 60% increase in output - funded entirely through internal cash generation without equity dilution.The company's resource base offers exceptional longevity and expansion potential. Current reserves and resources provide approximately 12 years of mine life in Bolivia alone, supported by vein systems that allow for both deeper development and strike length extension. Notably, the Porco mine represents the longest continuously producing mine in the Americas with 500 years of non-stop operation, while other assets have maintained production for over 200 years, demonstrating the sustainability of these geological systems.From a valuation perspective, Santacruz appears attractively positioned with an enterprise value approximately six to seven times projected EBITDA of $110-120 million, trading at a discount to many precious metals peers. This valuation gap, combined with the company's strong cash generation capabilities and strategic flexibility for acquisitive growth, presents multiple pathways for value creation.The macro environment further supports the investment case, as silver benefits from dual demand drivers spanning both industrial applications and monetary hedge demand. Industrial consumption continues expanding through renewable energy infrastructure and electronics manufacturing, while supply constraints from primary silver operations create additional price support.For investors seeking exposure to a well-managed silver producer with proven operational capabilities, clean financials, and clear growth visibility, Santacruz Silver offers a compelling risk-adjusted opportunity in the current precious metals landscape.View Santacruz Silver Mining's company mining: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/santacruz-silver-miningSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
Au Cameroun, c'est dans un mois, le 12 octobre, que les douze candidats s'affronteront dans les urnes pour briguer la présidence de la République. Onze candidats de l'opposition vont donc défier le président sortant Paul Biya, mais il n'y aura qu'un seul tour. Du coup, le candidat Akere Muna propose à ses partenaires de l'opposition de créer un collectif pour trouver un candidat consensuel. Et il s'adresse plus particulièrement à Maurice Kamto, l'opposant dont la candidature a été rejetée. Pourquoi ce choix ? En ligne de Yaoundé, maître Muna répond aux questions de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI : Il y a trois semaines, vous avez défrayé la chronique en demandant au Conseil constitutionnel de déclarer Paul Biya inéligible à cause de sa supposée dépendance physique et cognitive. Mais vous avez été débouté. Est-ce que vous n'êtes pas déçu par cet échec ? Akere Muna : Non, pas du tout parce que tous ceux qui pensent qu'à 92 ans et après 42 ans d'exercice, on est, n'est-ce pas, aussi frais que quelqu'un de 49 ans, mais tant pis, je pense qu'on a pu démontrer au monde entier la situation qui prévaut au Cameroun. Tout le monde l'a vu, le président, dans ses sorties. Nous avons fourni des vidéos qui montrent le président à Washington. Il ne sait pas où il est, il ne sait pas ce qu'il doit faire. On doit tout lui dire. Et puis on l'a montré complètement embrouillé devant Mo Ibrahim. Et puis on l'a montré, il y a beaucoup d'incidents. Sa femme qui lui demande de lever la main pour saluer, on lui rappelle ce qu'il faut faire. On a même montré un rapport fait par des experts américains sur ce que l'on doit attendre d'un monsieur de 92 ans. C'est un rapport de douze pages quand même. On est devant le destin de 30 millions de Camerounais. Le Cameroun est dans un gouffre financier et moral, difficile à digérer. Vous êtes originaire du nord-ouest du Cameroun. Vous avez été bâtonnier des avocats du Cameroun. Vous êtes l'une des grandes figures de l'ONG Transparency International. Si vous êtes élu, quelles seront vos deux priorités ? La lutte contre la corruption et la crise du nord-ouest et du sud-ouest. Parlant de la lutte contre la corruption, je vous dis que moi président de la République, dans les cinq jours, je ferai sortir des caisses de Glencore [une société minière, NLDR] 800 milliards. Je ferai payer par Glencore à l'État du Cameroun 800 milliards de francs CFA. C'est le résultant de ventes de pétrole à un prix décoté, le résultant de trafics de toutes sortes, de la corruption reconnue par Glencore lui-même. Et dites-vous bien, personne n'est poursuivi. Donc ça, ce serait votre première priorité ? Oui, la première. La seconde, c'est la crise du nord-ouest et du sud-ouest car je connais les racines de ce problème. Moi, originaire du nord-ouest, je connais le problème. Vous êtes onze candidats face à Paul Biya. Mais il n'y a qu'un seul tour. À un mois du scrutin, est-ce que vous croyez encore à la possibilité d'un candidat consensuel de l'opposition ? Je crois que les onze candidats savent qu'il faut donner l'espoir aux Camerounais. Et sur cette base-là, je pense qu'il y a toujours une solution. Moi, j'y travaille et je pense qu'un candidat consensuel, ça peut être deux ou trois ou quatre, mais je pense qu'au final, il faudra attendre que la campagne officielle commence, donc le 27 septembre, pour voir ce qu'il va se passer. Je pense que l'on peut être optimiste du fait que l'on va trouver des candidats qui pourront… Parce qu'en fait, ces élections, c'est un référendum sur pour Biya ou contre Biya. C'est aussi simple que ça. À lire aussiPrésidentielle au Cameroun: le parti au pouvoir présente «l'armée» de Paul Biya pour la campagne En 2018, le principal challenger de Paul Biya était Maurice Kamto, mais aujourd'hui, il est déclaré inéligible. Quel rôle peut-il jouer dans la recherche d'un candidat consensuel de l'opposition ? Je pense qu'il peut être vraiment la personne qui demande à tous les candidats : « Mettons-nous ensemble et sortons un candidat qui va mener le lot », pour la simple raison que lui, il sera quelqu'un de désintéressé puisqu'il n'est pas candidat. Donc ce rôle-là, il peut le jouer. Il peut proposer une réunion à vous tous, les onze candidats, pour que vous vous mettiez d'accord, c'est ça qu'il pourrait faire ? Oui mais voilà, comme je dis souvent, le problème de ce côté du monde, c'est ce qu'il y a beaucoup de chefs, mais pas assez d'Indiens. Donc peut-être que lors d'une séance comme ça, il faudrait quand même faire un gouvernement, je n'en sais rien, mais je pense qu'il a… Lors d'une séance comme ça, il faudrait quoi dites-vous ? Il faudrait peut-être penser à déjà faire un « shadow government ». Un gouvernement fantôme… Oui. À écouter aussiCameroun: «Après l'échec des hommes, il faut que les femmes prennent le pouvoir» Pour un candidat consensuel de l'opposition, est-ce que vous seriez prêt à renoncer à votre candidature et à vous rallier à un autre candidat ? Mais cette question trouve sa réponse en 2018. Je l'ai déjà fait. Pour Maurice Kamto… Ça c'est vrai, je l'ai déjà fait. Avec une seule différence que maintenant, je fais dans le cadre d'un collectif. On est tous ensemble, voilà la direction qu'on va prendre. Et dans ce cadre-là, je pense que c'est plus facile de le faire. Et pour quel candidat vous pourriez vous désister ? Mais je vous dis que ça sortirait d'un collectif, donc je ne peux pas maintenant commencer à dire tel ou tel autre. Mais pour l'instant, ce collectif, on ne le voit pas… Peut-être qu'on ne le voit pas. Mais le fait que vous n'entendez pas la radio ne veut pas dire qu'elle n'émet pas. Il y a des signes annonciateurs d'un tel collectif ou pas ? Moi j'en vois. Et le secret pour l'efficacité de cette stratégie, c'est la discrétion. Vous conviendrez avec moi. Donc pour l'instant, vous ne pouvez pas en parler sur l'antenne ? Voilà. À lire aussiCameroun: l'opposition partagée sur la désignation d'un candidat consensuel à la présidentielle
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APAC stocks traded somewhat mixed following the subdued handover from Wall St post-ISM services.European equity futures indicate a positive cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 future up 0.3% after the cash market closed with gains of 0.1%.DXY is flat, EUR/USD remains on a 1.15 handle and capped by its 200DMA, and antipodeans marginally lead.RBI kept the Repurchase Rate unchanged at 5.50%, as expected, and maintained a neutral stance.Looking ahead, highlights include German Industrial Orders (Jun), EZ Construction PMIs (Jul), EZ Retail Sales (Jun), Italian Industrial Output, Fed's Collins, Cook and Daly, Supply from Germany & US.Earnings from Airbnb, Lyft, Uber, Shopify, Walt Disney, McDonald's, Novo Nordisk, Siemens Energy, Commerzbank, Bayer, Fresenius, Beiersdorf, ABN AMRO & Glencore.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk
Interview with Trent Mell, CEO of Electra Battery Materials Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/electra-battery-materials-tsxvelbm-ready-to-complete-build-4676Recording date: 22nd July 2025Electra Battery Metals is positioning itself at the forefront of North America's critical mineral security strategy by developing the continent's first cobalt refinery specifically targeting the battery market. The Canadian company's hydrometallurgical facility, located north of Toronto, represents a strategic solution to Western dependence on Chinese mineral processing capabilities.The company's business model centers on a stable tolling arrangement rather than commodity speculation. Through a five-year contract with LG Energy Solution, Electra will process cobalt hydroxide sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo via partnerships with major mining companies Glencore and ERG. This material, which would otherwise flow to Chinese refineries, will be redirected and processed into battery-grade cobalt sulfate in North America."We've locked in a five-year supply contract with LG on a tolling basis, which provides us the margin that ensures we never go out of business," explained CEO Trent Mell. The arrangement targets approximately $30 million USD in annual EBITDA once the facility reaches full capacity of 6,500 tons, equivalent to supplying roughly one million electric vehicles annually.The project has attracted significant cross-border government support, with $20 million from the U.S. Department of Defense through the Defense Production Act and $20 million CAD from the Canadian government. This backing reflects the strategic importance of onshoring critical mineral supply chains amid growing national security concerns.Beyond the core refinery business, Electra is developing battery recycling capabilities through a joint venture with indigenous partner Aki, targeting black mass processing from battery manufacturers. The company's approach prioritizes predictable cash flows over market volatility, positioning it as a utility-like investment rather than a traditional volatile mining stock.With zero cobalt production currently existing in North America for batteries, Electra's first-mover advantage addresses a critical supply chain gap while supporting both civilian EV adoption and defense applications.View Electra Battery Metals' company proflle: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/electra-battery-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
The U.S. has been policing bribery all over the world for nearly half a century using a law called the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. But now, President Trump has said that this anti-corruption law is crippling American businesses. Since taking office, his administration has reduced the number of investigators, killed some cases, and changed the rules.In this episode, we look at the FCPA case against Glencore, a large commodity trading company, found guilty in 2022 for paying cash bribes in exchange for lucrative contracts all over the world.And we go back to the inception of the law, a time when using bribes to pay off foreign officials was considered "grease in the wheels" - a reasonable (if unethical) way to get business done.This episode was hosted by Amanda Aronczyk and Erika Beras. It was produced by Willa Rubin. It was fact-checked by Emily Crawford with help from Willa Rubin. It was edited by Marianne McCune. It was engineered by James Willetts. Alex Goldmark is Planet Money's executive producer.Find more Planet Money: Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / Our weekly Newsletter.Listen free at these links: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the NPR app or anywhere you get podcasts.Help support Planet Money and hear our bonus episodes by subscribing to Planet Money+ in Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org/planetmoney.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy