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Credibility with the C-suite is built over time through commercial fluency, disciplined inquiry and a deep understanding of how people strategy drives business performance.In this episode, we explore what it truly takes to be seen as a trusted advisor at the executive table. Joining us are two exceptional leaders from Mirvac.First, Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz AM – former CEO and Managing Director of Mirvac, and now Chair and Board Member with INSEAD, Rio Tinto, the Australian National Housing Supply and Affordability Council, Macquarie Group, and The Australian Centre for Gender Equality and Inclusion at Work.She's joined by Ben Morris MAHRI, Mirvac's Group Head of HR. Together, Susan and Ben unpack the practical skills and behaviours that help HR practitioners build credibility and influence with the C-suite – and share insights into how HR can enhance its strategic impact in the boardroom.Show notesRelated AHRI learning:HR Certification – https://bit.ly/4qoPtipThe Strategic HR Leader short course – https://bit.ly/47IUQ4oLeadership and Management Essentials – https://bit.ly/42XC9aHMicro-credential: Business Strategy and Culture Leadership – https://bit.ly/3J3E0nHConnect with AHRI and our guests:Join the AHRI LinkedIn Lounge – exclusive to members for access to bonus content and discussions – https://bit.ly/3JxmZSRFollow AHRI on LinkedIn – https://bit.ly/43kLXf9Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz AM – https://bit.ly/4oDaRhVBen Morris – https://bit.ly/48JnfbJ

Gente Viajera en Huelva: riqueza natural, cultural y turística desde el Parque Minero de Riotinto

Interview with Gan-Ochir Zunduisuren, Managing Director of Asian Battery Metals PLCRecording date: 15th October 2025Asian Battery Metals (ASX:AZ9) is emerging as a focused critical minerals developer in Mongolia, strategically positioned at the doorstep of Asian consumption markets. Led by Managing Director Gan-Ochir Zunduisuren, a mining engineer with 22 years of experience including a board position at Rio Tinto's Oyu Tolgoi copper operation, the company is advancing a portfolio of copper, nickel, and gold projects in southwestern Mongolia's prospective Central Asian orogenic belt.The company's flagship Oval copper-nickel project has delivered significant validation through selection for BHP's prestigious Xplor accelerator program in 2023. As one of only seven companies chosen globally from 250 applicants - and the sole Asian representative - Asian Battery Metals received $500,000 USD to prove the concept of a magmatic mafic intrusion-related copper-nickel sulfide system. This third-party technical endorsement has been reinforced by encouraging metallurgical results, with initial test work achieving 89-95% copper recovery and concentrate grades of 18.5-24%, meeting industry benchmarks for economic viability.With approximately A$30 million in market capitalization and A$7-8 million deployed across exploration programs, the company has established 800 meters of continuous mineralization at Oval, with widths ranging from 50 to 80 meters. Recent drilling has extended mineralization to 290 meters depth, suggesting potential for deeper extensions along feeder conduit structures. The company is also advancing regional targets including MS1, located six kilometers south of Oval with geophysical signatures potentially larger than the main discovery, supporting a hub-and-spoke development model where multiple deposits could share centralized processing infrastructure.Complementing the copper-nickel focus, Asian Battery Metals is completing due diligence on the Maikhan Uul VMS copper-gold system, located just eight kilometers from Oval. Recent drilling confirmed more than 20 meters of massive sulphide mineralization with historic grades of approximately 1.7% copper and 1 gram per tonne gold, plus a high-grade shallow gold zone grading over 15 g/t. The company expects to complete this acquisition within four months, adding diversification and supporting the multi-deposit cluster strategy that Managing Director Gan-Ochir described as essential to achieving the company's goal of "more than 20 million tons of economic resources or potentially producing 50,000 tons of metals."Mongolia's maturation as a mining jurisdiction provides crucial support for development pathways. Over the past 15 years, the country has opened 20-30 new mines, improved infrastructure substantially, and developed multiple financing options including international financial institutions, domestic banks, and Chinese offtake arrangements. This evolution, combined with proximity to Asian markets and an established contractor mining sector, positions Asian Battery Metals to advance its projects efficiently in a jurisdiction that has demonstrated it can support world-class operations like Rio Tinto's Oyu Tolgoi copper mine.View Asian Battery Metals' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/asian-battery-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

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Host Anne Thompson explores the diverse and innovative methods being employed in Australia to build and retain the technical workforce in the mining industry.  From attracting new talent, to supporting early career geoscientists, to training professionals from other industries - this episode might just change your perspective on what is possible.First up, Brendan Howard, General Manager for Technical Capability at Rio Tinto and a founder of the MiEX (Minerals Industry Experience) Program, addresses the mining sector's shrinking and less diverse talent pipeline. The success of MiEX, a collaborative industry-led program, highlights the value of early engagement with undergraduate students. The pilot in January 2025 drew over 500 applicants for 69 places with 90% of participants expressing intent to pursue mining careers.  New conversations are underway in North America to bring this exciting opportunity to more students.Richard Lilly, the University of Adelaide presents NExUS (National Exploration Undercover School) based in South Australia, which provides hands-on experience and essential training to geoscience students, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industry requirements. NExUS combines technical learning with professional networking, using the South Australian Drill Core Library and nearby field sites to expose students to geophysics, core logging, and exploration through cover. Lilly is now stepping down after 10 years as Director, with the hope that this successful model will continue and be expanded to other jurisdictions to better prepare geoscientists for evolving exploration challenges.Lastly, Deng Ngang Deng, from Target Mining Resources, shares his inspiring journey from South Sudan to professional geoscientist in Western Australia.  Deng was involved in establishing the Pan Africa Resource Reporting Code (PARC) and an invited plenary speaker at SEG 2024 in Namibia. At home in Australia, he has developed an innovative approach to training and employing geoscientists and other technical mining workers.  Initiated during the pandemic, the company continues to expand and add to their portfolio of skills they train for, successfully filling a gap in mining recruitment.Many thanks to Avo Media for production support.  Theme music is Confluence by Eastwindseastwindsmusic.com 

US stocks accelerated selling into the close after Trump tweeted on new 100% tariffs on China, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing down 878.82 points, or 1.9%, at 45,479.60. The S&P 500 lost 2.71% to settle at 6,552.51, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 3.56% to 22,204.43. The broad-based index's decline was the largest since April 10. Prior to Trump's comments, stocks were sizably higher, with the Nasdaq hitting a new all-time intraday high.The VIX spiked above 22 – SPI down 84.Friday's declines wiped out the S&P 500′s gain for the week, as the benchmark lost 2.4% for the period. The Nasdaq and the Dow also saw weekly losses of 2.5% and 2.7%, respectively.Beijing blames US for raising trade tensions, defends rare earth curbs.ASX to follow Wall Street lower as tariff anxiety returns to markets.Ukraine hit Russian energy sites with US help.Kremlin warns the West over 'dramatic' escalation moment in Ukraine war.Rio Tinto poised to shut Australia's biggest aluminium smelter Tomago.Want to invest with Marcus Today? The Managed Strategy Portfolio is designed for investors seeking exposure to our strategy while we do the hard work for you. If you're looking for personal financial advice, our friends at Clime Investment Management can help. Their team of licensed advisers operates across most states, offering tailored financial planning services.  Why not sign up for a free trial? Gain access to expert insights, research, and analysis to become a better investor.

Interview with Julian Treger, President & CEO of CoTec HoldingsRecording date: 7th October 2025CoTec Holdings is pioneering a new era in mining by repurposing industrial waste and tailings through six proprietary technologies, aiming to develop nearly 20 assets by 2030 with potential net present values exceeding $2-3 billion. Led by CEO Julian Treger, a seasoned investor who scaled Anglo Pacific's earnings from $5 million to over $100 million in eight years, the company holds a current market value of $130 million CAD, with 60% insider ownership driving a goal of surpassing $1 billion in valuation. Treger's approach exploits market gaps: outdated extraction methods persisting despite decades of R&D spending, and undervalued waste sites containing extractable metals like iron ore, copper, tungsten, manganese, vanadium, nickel, and tin.From a Canadian shell acquired at 12 cents per share with $90 million in tax losses, CoTec assembled a board featuring Rio Tinto's former CEO Tom Albanese and Rio Ventures' John McGagh. They screened 400 technologies, selecting mid-stage innovations at readiness levels 5-9—avoiding lab experiments—for equity stakes, licenses, or partnerships. These enable processing hard rocks, fine particles, and low-grade ores, with a standout in rare earth magnet recycling from e-waste, developed by Birmingham University for over $100 million.Flagship assets illustrate the model: Quebec's Cartier mine tailings (120 million tons) bought for $2 million, projecting $130-150 million NPV on $60 million capex, while slashing government rehabilitation costs from $200 million to under $100 million. A Minnesota iron ore site, with 2.6 billion tons and a $1 billion NPV, gives CoTec 17% ownership. The U.S. magnet business, 60% owned, plans three $600 million NPV hubs starting production in 2027, addressing China's export blacklists to defense firms. Treger notes ongoing talks with the White House, calling recycling a "very good plan B insurance policy" against supply risks.Financing emphasizes asset-level raises at 30-40% NPV discounts, using government funds to limit parent dilution and preserve value. Treger prioritizes capital gains over salaries, targeting "warp speed" timelines—2-3 years versus mining's 29-year average. With patents and first-mover access to 10,000+ Canadian closed mines, CoTec positions for strategic minerals in electrification and defense, backed by Treger's $500 million-to-$3 billion investment track record. This nimble model promises outsized returns amid global reshoring.Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss gold prices; Lynas; Liontown; Rio Tinto's $1.1bn expansion; Hancock's $250m business hub; MinRes moves; Therapy Focus; and the latest with Subi.

Une autre opposante de Trump inculpée. La crise politique se poursuit en France. Fermeture de l’usine Rio Tinto de Sorel-Tracy. Un flou persiste entourant la réglementation sur la sécurité autour des piscines. Entraves à venir en fin de semaine. Tour de table entre Isabelle Perron, Alexandre Dubé 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

Interview with Kiril Mugerman, CEO, Geomega ResourcesOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/geomega-resources-gma-i-got-a-better-way-i-discovered-a-star-311Recording date: 8th October 2025Geomega Resources has secured a $4.5 million demonstration license agreement with Rio Tinto to deploy proprietary bauxite residue processing technology at a Quebec facility, marking a strategic pivot from mineral exploration to a technology royalty business model. The agreement includes $1.4 million in immediate payment, $100,000 in early 2026, and up to $3 million through construction and production milestones as Rio Tinto validates the technology before potential commercial-scale deployment.The company's three-circuit processing system addresses a century-old challenge facing the global aluminum industry. Approximately 100 refineries worldwide produce millions of tons of bauxite residue annually, creating massive environmental liabilities with no economically viable processing solution. Geomega's technology reduces this waste by 80-85% while extracting critical metals including scandium, gallium, iron, high-purity silica, and alumina. CEO Kiril Mugerman explained that the process works sequentially, with circuit one handling caustic components, circuit two processing iron, and circuit three recovering high-value critical metals.The technology achieves reagent recovery rates above 90%, having completed hundreds of piloting cycles using the same materials repeatedly. Unlike traditional mining metallurgy requiring aggressive acids and special reactor coatings, Geomega employs weaker reagents compatible with standard equipment. The modular design allows customization for different bauxite sources, from Jamaican deposits with high scandium content to other geographic variations.Geomega owns 100% of its intellectual property through patents and trade secrets, with a lean 20-person technical team focused on research and expanding piloting capacity. The non-exclusive licensing model enables simultaneous engagement with multiple refineries, positioning the company for capital-light expansion. Following successful demonstration, Rio Tinto would negotiate a commercial license structured as production royalties, creating recurring revenue without requiring Geomega to fund plant construction. This partnership validates the technology for broader industry adoption across the global aluminum refining sector.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/geomega-resourcesSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

The Aussie market managed its first lift of the week, though momentum was modest and buyer enthusiasm remained subdued. The ASX200 edged higher despite weakness across financials and tech stocks, with materials the clear standout, hitting a record high thanks to gains from gold and rare earth miners. Lynas Rare Earth surged to a 14-year peak while BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue also advanced. Meanwhile, Guzman y Gomez shares swung wildly after announcing a $100 million buyback, Liontown rose following changes to its Ford contract, and Netwealth delivered strong quarterly inflows. With few catalysts ahead of next week’s key events and RBA remarks due tomorrow, trade remained light as investors treaded cautiously near record highs. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

La production de cuivre en plein essor en Afrique. Si la République démocratique du Congo est le premier producteur du continent, la Zambie, le numéro 2, devrait connaître une production record cette année. Le pays n'occupe aujourd'hui que la 9e place au niveau mondial, mais c'est un des rares où la production est en hausse. La production zambienne est plus que prometteuse et cela s'illustre par la présence des grands noms du secteur minier tels que Barrick Mining et First Quantum Minerals pour la partie production. D'autres opérateurs ont lancé des activités de prospection, parmi eux Ivanohe, Anglo American ou encore Rio Tinto. Selon les calculs de l'agence Bloomberg, les miniers présents dans le secteur ont au total investi 10 milliards de dollars pour accroître la production qui était l'année dernière d'un peu plus de 820 000 tonnes. L'ambition du président zambien est d'atteindre 3 millions de tonnes, au début de la prochaine décennie, mais pour y arriver, il faudra des investissements encore plus conséquents. À écouter aussiAnglo American et Teck Ressources, un mariage taillé pour le marché du cuivre Une manne pour l'économie nationale ? La hausse des cours, de plus de 20% cette année, est une bonne nouvelle pour tous ceux qui ont investi dans la production sur le continent. Barrick Mining a prévu de récupérer ses derniers investissements en moins de deux ans si les niveaux actuels du marché se maintiennent, selon Bloomberg.  Pour la Zambie, qui sort d'une longue période de renégociation de sa dette, c'est la perspective de nouvelles recettes pour soutenir le redressement économique du pays. Il y a moins d'un an, selon une note du cabinet Global Sovereign Advisory, le gouvernement zambien a conclu un accord avec le groupe de négoce suisse Mercuria pour que son cuivre soit mieux valorisé sur les marchés internationaux. À lire aussiLa Zambie souhaite augmenter ses revenus issus de ses mines de cuivre Mines historiques en déclin L'augmentation de la production de cuivre en Zambie ne permettra cependant pas de compenser le ralentissement des mines historiques, notamment celles du Chili, numéro un mondial dans le secteur. Les volumes extraits ne sont pas comparables, la Zambie a produit moins de 4% du cuivre mondial l'année dernière, mais sa production peut donner une bouffée d'air au marché.  Selon l'Agence internationale de l'énergie, d'ici 2050, 60 à 90% des ressources qui sont identifiées aujourd'hui pourraient être épuisées d'ici 2050. En parallèle, les besoins vont bondir, car le cuivre est indispensable à la transition énergétique. Hausse des prix inévitable Dans un secteur où les découvertes minières sont rares, la montée en puissance d'un acteur comme la Zambie participera à modérer la hausse des prix, inévitable à moyen terme. À court terme, les prévisions ne plaident pas pour une flambée durable des cours, précise GSA. La hausse progressive des prix de ces derniers mois est essentiellement liée à la multiplication des perturbations et des imprévus de production chez les leaders du secteur – inondation d'une mine en RDC, effondrement minier meurtrier au Chili, et révision de la production de Teck Resources –, hausse contrebalancée par une demande atone en Chine, et le développement du recyclage selon la note du cabinet d'analyse. 

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James Moore, former senior federal cabinet minister and a senior advisor at Edelman, discusses the current state of Canada-U.S. trade talks, the risks and opportunities of a so-called "grand bargain," the complicated role of Mexico, and why Canada's vast critical mineral resources may represent our most significant strategic asset in negotiations with President Trump. This episode was recorded on September 25, 2025. This episode is produced in partnership with Rio Tinto. The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get our best content when you are on the go: https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple) https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify) Want more Hub? Get a FREE 3-month trial membership on us: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/ Follow The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en CREDITS: Elia Gross - Producer & Editor Sean Speer - Host To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts email support@thehub.ca.

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Federal Member for Flynn, Colin Boyce, slammed the potential early closure of the Gladstone coal-fired power station as "devastating" and He described it as a threat to Queensland's industrial heartland, driven by what he calls "net zero climate rubbish." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Beijing may be making an example of mining giant BHP in a bid to get better prices for iron ore, but our expert says China’s reported ban could be short-lived. You can read more about this episode, plus see photos, videos and additional reporting, on the website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kia ora,Welcome to Wednesday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand.I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz.And today we lead with news the US faces a federal government shutdown as markets start to realise Trump has no problem being reckless and has no problem hurting his 'friends'..But first, there was another Pulse dairy auction overnight. And that brought marginally weaker prices for both SMP and WMP, down a bit less than -0.5% in USD terms. In fact these prices are now at their lowest level of 2025. But because the NZD is falling, the prices achieved actually rose about the same amount in local currency.In the US, the number of job openings in August were virtually unchanged from July at 7.2 mln as was expected.But the Chicago PMI fell again in September, well below market expectations that it would improve. And the dip was sharp, the most in three months.Also weaker was the Dallas Fed services sector with their retail sector retreating rather fast in an unusual move lower.Adding to the downbeat sentiment was the September report from the Conference Board showing consumers are glummer than at any time since the start of the year. A common theme in the survey responses is the impact of rising inflation.And the downbeat sentiment may well get worse, and quickly. The White House seems to relish a full government shutdown to start their fiscal year tomorrow with mass firings rather than furloughs. And Trump says some American cities he considers dangerous should become training grounds for American troops, proposing 'his' troops be used to fight other Americans in their home cities. It is getting toxic very fast there.For their economy, there is a real possibility now that this weekend's non-farm payrolls release will be cancelled because the department releasing it will be closed. If that turns out to be the case, it could mask some quite weak results. Analysts now expect less than a +50,000 gain.Financial markets are downplaying the risks of all this, mainly because there have been many 'shutdown' crises over the decades. But at least the earlier ones involved parties prepared to reach a deal. Maybe not this time.Across the Pacific in China, their official factory PMI contracted again. But even though it is the sixth straight monthly contraction, the pace of decline was the least in that time. (Their factory PMI rose in February and March, but only by marginal levels.) Their official services PMI for September is no longer expanding. These official PMIs have been more conservative than the private surveys (RatingDog, ex Caixin) probably because they have a heavier weighting to Chinese SOEs. The private ones are more attuned to private and foreign enterprises, surveyed by S&P Global, and they report a faster expanding factory sector, and solidly expanding services sector.Meanwhile, China has frozen imports of BHP iron ore in a pricing dispute. BHP is their third largest supplier after Rio Tinto and Brazil's Vale.Taiwanese consumer sentiment rose in September, but to be fair the bar is low because it has been stunted since May.In Europe, Germany said their CPI inflation edged up to 2.4% in September, marginally above the August level. But ist was a rise that was slightly more than expected.In Australia, there were no surprises from their central bank which held its cash rate target at 3.6%. But even though this hold was all priced in, there was some surprising reaction in financial markets. Somehow the decision was regarded as 'hawkish' and the AUD rose and benchmark bond interest rates fell on the news. The strong currency remained although the bond move was later reversed. Air cargo volumes in August grew +4.1% globally, driven by a near +10% rise from a year ago in the Asia/Pacific region. But notably, North American air cargo volumes fell -2.1% on the same basis in August, the weakest global region. And the pattern was similar for passenger travel. Asia/Pacific and Latin America brought strong growth, underpinning a +4.6% expansion, but North America lagged here too, only up +0.5% from a year ago.The UST 10yr yield is still at 4.14%, unchanged from yesterday.The price of gold will start today at US$3846/oz, up +US$16 from yesterday and a new all-time high. Silver is -50 USc softer however.American oil prices are down another -50 USc at just over US$62.50/bbl, with the international Brent price now just under US$66.50/bbl and down more than -US$1.The Kiwi dollar is at just on 58 USc and up +20 bps from yesterday. Against the Aussie however we are down -30 bps at 87.6 AUc and a new three year low. Against the euro we are little-changed at 49.4 euro cents. That all means our TWI-5 starts today at just on 65.1, and unchanged.The bitcoin price starts today at US$112,876 and down -0.8% from yesterday. Volatility over the past 24 hours has been low at just on +/- 0.9%.You can get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz.Kia ora. I'm David Chaston. And we will do this again tomorrow.

The ASX200 ended Thursday more or less flat after a choppy session, with mining and energy stocks leading gains on stronger oil and copper prices. Woodside and Santos rose with crude oil at seven-week highs, while copper miners like Sandfire and BHP climbed after supply disruptions in Indonesia. Billions in dividends were paid out by BHP, Rio Tinto, Telstra and others, and Premier Investments delivered a mixed result as Peter Alexander sales grew but Smiggle weakened. Rate cut expectations remain uncertain after hotter August inflation kept investors cautious. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gunnison Copper Corp SVP and CFO Craig Hallworth joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce a major operational milestone for the company — the first commercial sales of pure copper cathode from its fully operational Johnson Camp Mine (JCM) in southeast Arizona. The mine, which has the capacity to produce up to 25 million pounds of copper cathode annually, has now transitioned into revenue generation following successful commissioning. Hallworth reported that on September 15, Gunnison completed its inaugural copper sales, delivering a total of 225,371 pounds of finished copper cathode. The copper was sold at an average realized price of US$4.64 per pound, generating gross proceeds of approximately US$1.05 million. These sales represent the first “Made-in-America” copper cathode from JCM delivered directly into domestic markets, marking a significant contribution to strengthening the U.S. copper supply chain. Looking ahead, Gunnison Copper expects to begin production using Nuton's innovative bio-leaching technology later this year. Nuton, a venture of Rio Tinto, has selected JCM as the first commercial-scale deployment site for this breakthrough technology, which is designed to deliver improved recovery rates while reducing environmental impact. Production at Johnson Camp Mine officially began during the final week of August 2025, ahead of schedule and with an exemplary health and safety record. The mine's output is entirely U.S.-produced, directly supporting critical industries tied to energy independence, advanced manufacturing, clean technology, and national defense. Hallworth emphasized that this milestone is not only a key achievement for Gunnison Copper but also a significant development for domestic copper production, as the company continues to build value while contributing to America's strategic resource independence. #proactiveinvestors #gunnisoncoppercorp #tsx #gcu #otcqb #gcumf #CopperMining #USMining #CopperProject #CopperMining #GunnisonCopper #NutonTechnology #USMining #CriticalMinerals #CopperProduction #MiningStocks #NaturalResources #ElectricEconomy #CopperPrices #FreeCashFlow #JohnsonCampMine

The ASX200 suffered its worst day in three weeks, falling 1% as August inflation came in hotter than expected at 3% annually. Higher electricity bills drove the headline figure, though underlying inflation eased to 2.6%. Banks led declines with Westpac down 3.5% amid job cuts news, while DroneShield continued its stellar run. Energy stocks bucked the trend on stronger oil prices. Tomorrow brings massive dividend payments from BHP, Rio Tinto and Telstra. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this KE Report company update, CEO Alain Lambert of Prismo Metals (CSE:PRIZ - OTCQB:PMOMF - FSE:7KU) provides details on the latest discovery at the Silver King Project in Arizona. The company has identified porphyry-style copper mineralization, adding a new dimension to its exploration plans.   Highlights from the discussion include: New Porphyry Discovery: Surface work has outlined porphyry-style mineralization, comparable to the nearby historic Magma Mine and world-class Resolution Copper deposit. Target Pipeline: Three distinct targets at Silver King: Around the historic Silver King Mine (first drill priority). Newly identified mineralized silver veins. Porphyry-style copper mineralization (requires additional permits, expected in Phase 2). Location Advantage: Silver King sits just 3 km from Resolution Copper, the world's largest undeveloped copper deposit (JV between Rio Tinto & BHP). Permitting & Timeline: Phase 1 drilling permits expected in the coming weeks; drilling anticipated before year-end. Phase 2 permits to follow for the porphyry target. Next Catalysts: Results pending on 29 surface samples (expected late September) and an additional 15 samples. Plans underway to dewater the historic Silver King Mine for future exploration. Click here to visit the Prismo Metals website    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.

O dlouhotrvajících protestech srbského národa proti autokratickému režimu prezidenta Aleksandra Vučiće jsme natočili už několik dílů. Situace neustále eskaluje, v posledních měsících dochází k masovému zatýkání demonstrantů i k bezprecedentnímu násilí srbských bezpečnostních složek proti civilnímu obyvatelstvu. Zprávy ze Srbska tak konečně ve větší míře pronikají i do českých médií. Do terénu se v uplynulých týdnech vypravila i Markéta Kutilová, nezávislá novinářka z projektu Reportérky.cz, jejíž text s názvem V oblacích slzného plynu vyšel mimo jiné i na Echo Prime a v Týdeníku Echo. Na základě toho si ji Jakub pozval, aby spolu blíže probrali její dojmy z aktuální situace v Srbsku.Na začátku epizody spolu otevřou ožehavé téma plánované těžby lithia v oblasti doliny Jadar a problémy s tím spojenými. Přestože jinak rozpolcená srbská společnost těžbu většinově odmítá, režim Aleksandra Vučiće zcela v duchu své dlouhodobé strategie rozprodávat národní majetek na všechny strany (bez ohledu na to, jestli se jedná o USA, Rusko, Čínu nebo nadnárodní korporace) uzavřel se společností Rio Tinto pro Srbsko nevýhodnou smlouvu, díky níž této firmě de facto nic nebrání v tom začít s těžbou dle plánu. Markéta je přesvědčená, že nespokojenost s tímto krokem se promítá i do aktuálních protestů proti systémové korupci, Jakub toto tvrzení zpochybňuje, považuje to jen za účelový krok, jak odvést pozornost od primárního cíle celonárodního odporu. Podobně se neshodnou ani na úloze silného protirežimního hnutí Kreni promeni s charismatickým vůdcem Savo Manojlovićem. Markéta ho na základě zkušeností z terénu považuje za jednu z hlavních alternativ současnému polomafiánskému režimu, Jakub tvrdí, že vzhledem k absolutní nekritičnosti vůči ruským aktivitám v Srbsku lze toto hnutí považovat za další režimní projekt, který má jen oslabit sílu prozápadní opozice.V podcastu dojde i na hlubší rozbor aktuální situace, Markéta se podělí o své poznatky přímo z ulice i studenty blokovaných srbských univerzit. Ačkoliv spolu Jakub s Markétou občas nesouhlasí, oba se během rozhovoru shodnou na tom, že srbská potřeba bojovat a dlouhodobě demonstrovat proti bezpráví je až obdivuhodná a velice inspirativní. V tomto ohledu se má český národ ještě co učit, ostatně protesty proti těžbě lithia jsou toho jasným důkazem.Hej, Slované s dalším dílem nabitým informacemi, které jen tak někde neuslyšíte. Děkujeme, že nás posloucháte.

In this KE Report company introduction, I speak with Alain Lambert, CEO of Prismo Metals (CSE:PRIZ - OTCQB:PMOMF - FSE:7KU), about the company's expanding project portfolio across Arizona and Mexico. Key Discussion Points: Silver King Mine (Arizona): Historic high-grade silver producer. Surface sampling underway, drill permits pending, and a Phase 1 drill program planned before year-end. Ripsey Mine (Arizona): Another past-producing silver mine with strong gold grades, set for mapping and evaluation as Silver King drilling progresses. Hot Breccia (Arizona Copper Belt): Large copper prospect adjacent to Rio Tinto & BHP's Resolution Copper. A potential partnership with majors is being considered due to deep drilling requirements. Palos Verde (Mexico): Surrounded by Vizsla Silver (NYSE/TSX: VZLA), which is also Prismo's largest shareholder. Potential long-term value once Vizsla advances its exploration in the district. Corporate Overview: Management, directors, and advisors own 26%+, with Vizsla as a cornerstone investor.  .Click here to visit the Prismo Metals website   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.

In this episode of Mining Stock Daily, John Black from Aldebaran Resources discusses the company's strategic decision to spin out a portfolio of non-priority properties into a new Argentine-focused exploration company. This new entity, led by CEO Sam Leong, aims to unlock value from projects like Rio Grande, a copper-gold porphyry system, and Aguas Calientes, a silver-gold epithermal project, which were previously undervalued within Aldebaran's portfolio. Current Aldebaran shareholders are expected to receive shares in this new public company, allowing them to realize value from these projects. Additionally, Black provides an update on the Altar Preliminary Economic Assessment, explaining its delay to Q4 due to an extended review process involving Rio Tinto's proprietary primary sulfite heap leach technology

Interview with Matthew Gili, President of Ur-Energy LtdOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/slow-supply-fast-demand-uraniums-new-investment-reality-7136Recording date: 5th September 2025Ur-Energy has emerged as a standout performer in the uranium sector under new leadership, positioning itself as one of the few active US producers during a critical market recovery period. The company recently appointed Matthew Gili as president, bringing over three decades of large-scale mining operations experience from industry leaders including Rio Tinto and Barrick Gold.Gili's appointment represents a strategic inflection point for the Wyoming-based producer. Despite lacking uranium-specific experience, his proven track record in operational turnarounds across silver, gold, and copper operations provides exactly what Ur Energy needs. "I don't come from the uranium background. I come from the gold and copper background primarily," Gili explained, emphasizing his focus on "business improvement cycles regarding project management cycles regarding just good old management operating systems."The company's Lost Creek facility currently produces over 110,000 pounds of uranium quarterly, with management targeting 800,000 to 1.2 million pounds annually. Demonstrating cost competitiveness, Ur-Energy achieved $42 cash costs per pound in Q2, providing healthy margins at current uranium prices while targeting further reductions through operational optimization.Near-term growth prospects center on Shirley Basin, scheduled for commissioning in Q1 2026. The project's strategic design maximizes existing infrastructure utilization, with resin capture processing at Shirley Basin and loaded resin trucked to Lost Creek for precipitation processing.Ur-Energy's three-property portfolio operates within a 10-mile radius of Casper, Wyoming, creating significant operational synergies. "We can share people. We can share warehouses and we can truck material from one site to the other," Gili noted, highlighting cost advantages over multi-jurisdictional competitors.The company's strategic positioning as an active producer during uranium supply shortages provides immediate price leverage advantages. As Gili emphasized, "The entities that make the real money are the entities that are operating when the price goes up," distinguishing Ur-Energy from development-stage competitors facing construction risk and capital requirements.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/ur-energy-incSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Stephen Twyerould, President & CEO of Gunnison CopperRecording date: 25th August 2025Gunnison Copper (TSX:MIN) is set to begin copper cathode production in September 2025 through its Johnson Camp mine in southeast Arizona. This near-term production is enabled by an innovative partnership with Nuton LLC, a Rio Tinto venture, which has invested over $100 million to finance construction and provide advanced sulfide leaching technology. The Johnson Camp facility is designed to reach an annual production capacity of 25 million pounds of copper by mid-2026. Gunnison retains 100% ownership and operational control, with the partnership structured to repay Nuton's investment over a 4-5 year period before Gunnison obtains full profit rights.Beyond immediate production, the company benefits from Nuton's technical expertise, gaining valuable knowledge in sulfide leaching technology that can be applied to its larger Gunnison open pit project. The Gunnison project, which completed a Preliminary Economic Assessment in late 2024, showcases robust economics with a post-tax net present value (NPV) of $1.3 billion, an internal rate of return near 21%, and a production profile of 170 million pounds annually over 18 years. This large open pit operation primarily processes oxide copper with an all-in sustaining cost of approximately $1.94 per pound, providing strong cash flow potential amid current copper prices above $4.00.Gunnison Copper is strategically positioned as a domestic US supplier, attracting government attention with $13.9 million in transferable 48C tax credits from the Department of Energy and unsolicited outreach from federal agencies emphasizing supply chain security. The company is also advancing several initiatives to enhance project economics, including byproduct valorization from gravel and limestone—currently accounted at zero value—and mineral sorting technologies aimed at reducing operating costs.With an established regulatory framework, proximity to rail infrastructure, and a clear timeline to prefeasibility studies in 2026, Gunnison Copper exemplifies a junior miner transitioning to production with a de-risked development path and strong strategic alliances in place, addressing both near-term outputs and long-term growth potential in the US copper market.View Gunnison Copper's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/gunnison-copperSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Interview with Anthony Margarit, President & CEO of K2 GoldOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/k2-gold-kto-ma-in-nevada-is-focus-1479Recording date: 28th August 2025K2 Gold Corporation (TSXV: KTO) stands on the verge of a significant milestone as its flagship Mojave project in California approaches final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) permitting approval. The company's 6,000-hectare polymetallic project has delivered exceptional drill results, including a standout intersection of 86.9 meters at 4 grams per ton gold, positioning it as one of the more promising exploration stories in North American mining.Under CEO Anthony Margarit, a geologist with a proven track record including early involvement in Rio Tinto's Diavik diamond mine discovery, K2 has strategically navigated the complex EIS permitting process—the highest level of environmental permitting in the United States. The company recently received encouraging news when the Bureau of Land Management identified K2's plan of operations as their preferred alternative in the draft EIS, representing a crucial pre-decision milestone.The upcoming drilling program spans 30,000 meters across 120 holes on 30 pads, designed to test mineralization continuity along a 5-kilometer gold trend. Recent surface sampling has yielded spectacular results, with samples reaching 374 grams per ton gold on the same structural system. The project's polymetallic nature extends beyond gold to include four copper targets, one spanning nearly 5 kilometers, plus four silver-lead-zinc targets.Financially, K2 has positioned itself strategically with approximately $13 million in outstanding warrants, many expiring October 1st. Management expresses high confidence that warrant exercises will fully fund the drilling program without dilutive equity raises. The project benefits from its location adjacent to the historic Cerro Gordo mine, California's largest 19th-century silver producer, validating the district's mineral potential.With EIS approval expected imminently, K2 Gold represents a compelling exploration opportunity combining exceptional grades, strategic permitting progress, and built-in financing within a proven mining district.View K2 Gold's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/k2-gold-corporationSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Mark Pownall and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Rio Tinto boss Simon Trott's first week; Mineral Resources; Local governments in trouble; Reynolds v Higgins judgment; Michael Chaney and Wesfarmers; and major companies' annual results.

In this KE Report company update, we welcome back Craig Nicol, Founder & CEO of Graphene Manufacturing Group, to answer a wide range of investor questions. Over the past month, GMG has seen strong shareholder interest around its multiple business divisions and the broader graphene market. Discussion highlights include: Graphene market trends - differentiation between GMG's product-focused approach and competitors focused on raw production. Business divisions update - Batteries, THERMAL-XR®, G® Lubricant, and growing services business. Production outlook - Progress on Gen 2 graphene unit, scalability, and supply for large OEM orders. Battery development - Upcoming data release on energy density and charge rates; collaboration with BIC and Rio Tinto. THERMAL-XR® - Transition to palletized distribution, EPA progress, and near-term revenue expectations. G® Lubricant - Sales ramp-up, customer feedback, and patent process. Corporate strategy - Uplisting plans to a U.S. exchange, government grant opportunities, and the rationale behind the recently upsized $8M bought deal financing. Keep sending in your questions for Craig Nicol - I'll continue bringing your topics directly to management in upcoming interviews. Email me at Fleck@kereport.com.   Click here to visit the GMG website to learn more about the Company.

Wem gehören Bodenschätze und ihre Erträge? Anhand der Regionen „Chocó“ in Kolumbien und „Rio Tinto“ in Spanien reflektieren die Künstlerinnen Lucrecia Dalt und Regina de Miguel über postkoloniale Ausbeutungsstrukturen. Von Lucrecia Dalt und Regina de Miguel www.deutschlandfunkkultur.de, Klangkunst

Interview with Francis Macdonald, Director & CEO of Li-FT Power Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/li-ft-power-tsxvlift-pioneering-lithium-exploration-in-canadas-yellowknife-region-5667Recording date: 8th August 2025Li FT Power (TSXV: LIFT) is taking an aggressive contrarian approach during the lithium market downturn, investing heavily in development activities while competitors have retreated or ceased operations. CEO Francis MacDonald has positioned the company for the anticipated market recovery through strategic leadership additions and substantial capital commitments.The appointment of Anthony Peter Tse as chairman represents a significant strategic evolution. Tse's background as former CEO of Galaxy Resources, which transformed into Arcadium before being acquired by Rio Tinto for $6.7 billion, brings extensive lithium industry networks and operational expertise. "His background in lithium is pretty extensive and having operated a spodumene mine and also been involved in the downstream refining and conversion part of it," MacDonald noted.Li FT Power is committing $7 million toward environmental baseline studies for its Yellowknife lithium project, a substantial investment for an exploration-stage company. This strategic decision addresses Canada's primary mining bottleneck - the permitting process, which requires two years of baseline data before environmental assessment can begin. The company aims to position itself "at the front of the line" when market conditions improve.The Yellowknife project hosts a resource exceeding 50 million tons and features potential processing advantages through Dense Media Separation technology. This gravity-based approach leverages the density difference between spodumene and waste rock, potentially reducing operating costs compared to conventional flotation processing.MacDonald remains optimistic about lithium fundamentals, citing 30% growth in electric vehicle sales and 60% growth in battery storage applications, driving overall lithium demand growth of approximately 20% annually. Recent lithium price increases of 30% from multi-year lows suggest the prolonged downturn may be ending.Li FT Power's downstream integration opportunities around Edmonton, Alberta, offer additional value creation potential, taking advantage of existing chemical infrastructure and competitive operating costs in the region.View Li-FT Power's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/li-ft-power-ltdSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Mayor Palmer talks about Rio Tinto's recent Herriman Community Day and upcoming public hearings for property taxes. And we talk about construction project timelines and pedestrian bridges. Have a question? Leave a comment or email us at communications@herriman.gov and we'll address it in a future edition. 0:00 Start 0:29 Intro 1:03 Rio Tinto Herriman Community Day 5:44 Property tax public hearings 8:22 New businesses coming to Herriman 9:49 No dumb questions: construction timelines and pedestrian bridges 16:50 End

Interview with Hugh Agro, President & CEO of Revival Gold Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/revival-gold-tsxvrvg-fast-tracked-for-100k-production-by-2028-7341Recording date: 28th July 2025Revival Gold Inc. (TSXV: RVG) has successfully completed a $29 million Canadian financing round, marking a significant milestone for the gold developer as it advances two major projects in the western United States. The strategic investment was led by EMR Capital, a respected Australian mining investment firm founded by former Rio Tinto executives, who acquired a 12% stake in the company alongside Dundee Corporation's 5% position.The financing structure stands out for its investor-friendly terms, consisting entirely of straight equity without warrants, royalties, or debt instruments. This clean approach preserves Revival Gold's operational flexibility while providing governance benefits through EMR Capital's board representation. CEO Hugh Agro emphasized the significance of attracting such sophisticated investors, noting that EMR Capital "typically buys private assets privately" but was drawn to Revival Gold's team and western US prospects.The capital immediately funds an aggressive 50,000-foot drilling campaign across Revival Gold's flagship projects. At the Mercur project in Utah, the company plans 40,000 feet of drilling focused on converting inferred resources to measured and indicated categories to support a preliminary feasibility study. The program will deploy up to three drill rigs, with metallurgical testing building on previous results that achieved 84% average heap leach recoveries.Revival Gold has established a clear production timeline, targeting Mercur production by 2028 with formal permitting beginning in early 2026. The project benefits from private land ownership and Utah's favorable permitting jurisdiction, factors that attracted the strategic investors seeking "gold in good geography" with a "capital efficient" production model.The successful financing positions Revival Gold among well-funded North American gold developers, raising its pro-forma market capitalization to approximately $150 million Canadian and enhancing institutional accessibility. With substantial resources totaling 4.6+ million ounces across both projects and significant expansion potential, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on strong gold market fundamentals while advancing toward near-term production.View Revival Gold's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/revival-gold-incSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Ella Loneragan and Claire Tyrrell discuss a push to bring fashion manufacturing back onshore. Plus Woodside take operating control of Bass Strait assets; Trilogy Funds moves into WA with Butler acquisition; and a Rio Tinto to upgrade Wickham Village.

Mark Pownall and Tom Zaunmayr discuss Rio Tinto's new boss; Mid West green iron; New Dunsborough hotel; Construction costs and more.

On The Money Café this week, Alan Kohler and James Thomson go through the latest market movements, discuss the Prime Minister’s trip to China, Rio Tinto’s new CEO, Bitcoin, and answer questions on housing, superannuation, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In der heutigen Folge sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Daniel Eckert und Holger Zschäpitz über den neuen Drohnen-Liebling, einen Bitcoin-Rekord und die Rückkehr des Wasserstoff-Hypes. Außerdem geht es um Volatus Aerospace, WK Kellog, EssilorLuxottica, Meta Platforms, Plug Power, Bloom Energy, Ballard Power, L&G Hydrogen Economy ETF (WKN: A2QMAL), Hershey, Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft, Standard Oil/ExxonMobil, General Electric, NTT, Intel, Texas Instruments, Micron Technology, Eli Lilly, Merck, Air Products, Freeport-McMoran, Keysight, Hess, Williams, EQT, Amundi MDax ETF (WKN: LYX0R1), RWE, National Grid, Rio Tinto, Antofagasta, Infineon, ASML, SAP, Leonardo, Astrazeneca, Merck, Novo Nordisk, Almonty Industries. Wir freuen uns über Feedback an aaa@welt.de. Noch mehr "Alles auf Aktien" findet Ihr bei WELTplus und Apple Podcasts – inklusive aller Artikel der Hosts und AAA-Newsletter.[ Hier bei WELT.](https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html.) [Hier] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6zxjyJpTMunyYCY6F7vHK1?si=8f6cTnkEQnmSrlMU8Vo6uQ) findest Du die Samstagsfolgen Klassiker-Playlist auf Spotify! Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? [**Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte!**](https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien) Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

Het rommelt achter de schermen bij de Amerikaanse centrale bank. Er is onenigheid over het rentebeleid. De centrale bankiers zijn het eens: er komt een verlaging. Maar de een vindt dat het deze maand moet, de ander in september, en een deel zelfs pas volgend jaar.Ondertussen blijft president Trump druk uitoefenen op de Fed-baas, Jerome Powell. De rente moet omlaag, vindt Trump. En hij geeft Powell naast 'idioot' en 'traag' nu ook een nieuwe bijnaam. Over die bijnaam hebben we het deze aflevering niet, wél wat deze onduidelijkheid en onzekerheid betekent voor de beurs. En dus voor jouw aandelen. Hebben we het ook over TSMC. De chipmaker doet het beter dan verwacht en zegt (nog steeds) te profiteren van de vraag naar AI-chips. Er is weer sprake van chup-euforie, want gister ging chipbedrijf Nvidia door de magische grens van 4000 miljard dollar. Wij kijken wat dit alles betekent voor de cijfers van ASML. Gaan zij dan volgende week ook stunten?Over ASML gesproken. We hebben het ook over een oud-werknemers die geheimen heeft gestolen bij de chipmachinemaker uit Veldhoven. Spoiler: het loopt niet zo goed voor hem af.Ook deze aflevering: Beleggers lachen om Trumps koper-tarieven. OpenAI opent de aanval op Google. Alweer. De grootste suikerproducten van Europa zit in de problemen. Zorgt de Nederlandse pensioensector voor een schokgolf? Boze aandeelhouders Tesla dwingen vergadering af. Hittegolf Europa laat het BBP van landen wegsmelten... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The BRICS are struggling, the big boys did not show up. Bezos sells more of his shares. Trump puts a 50% tariff on copper, removes regs and shorten permit time. Costs are coming down because of Trump, the Fed is now trapped, and waiting for the [DS] event. Countries are now using Bitcoin as currency. Trump is now competing with the Fed for currency dominance. Trump played the D's once again. They took the bait and believe that Trump is hiding something fro them or he is involved with Epstein. Comey and Brennan are now being investigated. The storm has started. Both investigations are connected via Mueller. The coverup always gets you in the end. Multiple agencies investigated the treasonous crimes.   Economy BRICS without the Big Boys becomes a Buzzkill  There's nothing like being an event planner when the big invites that are the “Flagship Speakers” of the event are no shows.  Not just no shows, it is known well in advance they will not be there at all.    Xi, sent a minion, Putin suddenly must suddenly organize his sock drawer, Iran is digging out from the rubble, South Africa doesn't know what to do without guidance from their new colonial master of China, and Brazil is being put on notice for their mistreatment of President Bolsonaro. Source: thegatewaypundit.com (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/1942701909837766924 Copper Spikes to Record High After Trump's 50 Percent Tariff Announcement Number of Copper Mines in the US: As of 2023, there are 28 copper mines in operation in the United States, according to GlobalData's mining database. These mines are primarily located in western states, with Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, Nevada, and Montana accounting for over 99% of domestic copper production.  The tariff, announced to counter imports (primarily from Chile, Canada, and Peru, which supply over 90% of US refined copper imports), may incentivize domestic production but won't immediately resolve capacity issues. Posts on X suggest US producers might see fatter margins without significantly increasing output due to the time required to develop new mines (years) and smelting constraints. Current Production Capacity: In 2024, US copper mine production was approximately 1.17 million metric tons, a slight decline from previous years (1.3 million tons in 2022). Major producers like Freeport-McMoRan, Rio Tinto, and Grupo Mexico (Asarco) operate key mines such as Morenci (Arizona, 399,100 metric tons in 2023) and Kennecott (Utah, 169,300 metric tons in 2023). These mines are fully operational, but some face challenges like declining ore grades (averaging 0.4% copper compared to 0.6% in Chile) and labor shortages.  : While the US has significant copper reserves (estimated at 48 trillion tons), production is limited by long permitting timelines (often decades), environmental regulations, and insufficient smelting/refining capacity. Only two primary smelters operate in the US (Rio Tinto's Kennecott and Freeport-McMoRan's Miami), and about 30% of mined copper is exported for processing due to this bottleneck.  Several development projects,

This week, Scott talks to Motley Fool Director of Research, Ryan Newman about iron ore (and other commodities) miner, Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

L'exploitation des immenses réserves de fer des monts du Simandou pourrait marquer un tournant décisif pour l'économie guinéenne. Estimées à près de 8 milliards de tonnes de minerai, ces réserves font l'objet de discussions depuis trois décennies. Les autorités prévoient une entrée en production pour la fin de l'année 2025, présentant ce projet comme la vitrine de leur ambition économique. (Rediffusion) Face au manque de transparence, la population guinéenne, qui a connu les désillusions de l'exploitation de bauxite, oscille entre espoir et scepticisme. Sur le chantier du chemin de fer, la poussière et les boues envahissent les champs, rendant impossible toute culture. Mamoudou Youla, habitant du village de Sounganyia marche sur la terre craquelée qui a envahi sa rizière. « Tout ça, là, c'est le lieu de travail. Depuis que les sociétés minières sont arrivées il y a cinq ans, on ne travaille pas ici, rien, tout est gâté. », se lamente-t-il. Les dédommagements promis par les miniers ne suffisent pas à compenser les pertes subies par les agriculteurs. Mamaseta Camara, une autre habitante, exprime son désenchantement face aux promesses non tenues. « Quand les entreprises sont arrivées ici, j'étais contente, je me suis dit que c'était une opportunité pour nous. Mais ça ne s'est pas passé comme prévu. On subit de nombreux impacts. » Tout se fissure. Les murs des maisons, comme la confiance des habitants envers les sociétés. Il n'y aurait pas eu assez d'emploi pour les jeunes de Soungayah. La corruption autour du chantier est un autre sujet de préoccupation. « Quand vous allez sur le chantier pour du travail, il y a des intermédiaires qui vous demandent de l'argent. Environ 1 million et demi de francs guinéens », témoigne anonymement ce jeune homme. Il a le verbe haut et une profonde colère en lui. « À Conakry, on dit que nous sommes les boss. Qu'il y a un grand projet chez nous, le grand port de la Guinée, et donc qu'on est les rois, mais les gens ne savent pas ce qui se passe réellement ici. Pas d'emploi, pas d'eau, pas d'hôpital. J'en veux aux autorités guinéennes. Parce que depuis que le projet a commencé ici, personne ne s'est déplacé pour voir ce que nous traversons ici. Ils s'en foutent de nous ». Plus de 33 000 emplois ont déjà été créés sur le corridor, avançait Mamadi Doumbouya, le président de la transition, lors de ses derniers vœux à la nation. Des retombées XXL espérées pour l'économie guinéenne Initié en 1997, le projet Simandou a connu de nombreux rebondissements. D'abord attribués à Rio Tinto, les blocs 1 et 2 ont ensuite été confiés à BSGR, avant d'être réattribués à Winning Consortium Simandou en 2019, un partenariat sino-singapourien avec une participation guinéenne. Après le coup d'État en 2021, les travaux ont été interrompus par la junte. Puis, le géant de l'acier Baowu Steel a investi 6 milliards de dollars dans le projet, renforçant l'engagement de la Chine. Les espoirs sont énormes. Les autorités guinéennes misent sur des retombées économiques annuelles de 600 à 700 millions de dollars via des taxes et redevances. « Les ressources générées par les mines du projet Simandou et la transformation locale des minerais par la construction des raffineries nous ouvrent des perspectives heureuses d'avenir. », se réjouissait Mamadi Doumbouya. La construction d'une aciérie permettrait également de transformer une partie du fer sur place. « Nous osons espérer que cela soit la bonne cette fois, explique l'économiste Mohammed Camara. Pour un projet minier, l'important, c'est qu'est-ce qu'on en tire comme fiscalité, quels sont les impôts et taxes que ce projet va payer à l'État ? Il faut voir le projet sur du long terme et s'assurer de l'utilisation efficace des ressources. Le peu que l'on gagne, il faut l'investir où on peut impacter le plus. » Le « pont vers la prospérité » vanté par les autorités guinéennes n'est pas garanti. « Les autorités comptent beaucoup sur le Simandou parce que c'est un projet qui va doubler le produit intérieur brut du pays, mais attention, il ne faut pas croire que cela va régler tous les problèmes d'un seul coup », poursuit Mohammed Camara. Des contrats miniers toujours secrets D'autant qu'un doute subsiste sur les retombées économiques réelles. Les contrats signés entre l'État et les sociétés minières n'ont en effet pas été publiés. Ces trois conventions minières, ferroviaires et portuaires finalisées en 2023 ne sont connues que de quelques-uns dans le pays. « On se demande bien qui les a vues, c'est l'omerta la plus totale », témoigne un ancien proche du ministère des Mines. La publication des contrats est obligatoire selon le code minier guinéen. Or, ces conventions validées par la Cour suprême adoptées par le CNT – l'Assemblée nationale guinéenne – en février 2024 sont introuvables. Manque de transparence flagrant pour certains acteurs de la société civile. Incompréhension pour Oumar Totiya Barry de l'Observatoire des mines et métaux : « Officiellement, le Premier ministre parle de contrat stratégique, donc de secret d'État. Le ministre des Mines évoque le fait que le processus de négociation n'est pas terminé. Mais on sait quand même que ces documents sont passés au niveau du CNT et donc, que le processus est à son terme. On ne comprend pas pourquoi la Guinée ne rend pas encore public ces contrats. Cela aiderait aujourd'hui à améliorer le niveau de compréhension. » À lire aussiGuinée: de Sekou Touré à Mamadi Doumbouya, l'incroyable histoire du gisement de fer de Simandou Même du côté des sociétés minières, on peine à comprendre ce manque de transparence. Mais le gouvernement reste droit dans ses bottes sur cette question. « Quand on négocie avec quelqu'un, il y a toujours des clauses de confidentialité, explique le ministre du plan Ismaël Nabé. Nous sommes en train de discuter avec les partenaires industriels et on publiera au temps opportun. On renégocie parce que la Guinée était perdante. Nous sommes avec des partenaires et on doit avoir un commun accord, et respecter ce que l'on s'est dit. Si on est d'accord, ça sera publié. » Les éléments juridiques des conventions signées ont déjà été publiés dans un numéro spécial du Journal officiel qui n'a pas été rendu public, mais que RFI a pu se procurer. Certains y voient la preuve que tout est déjà négocié et que les autorités n'ont pas envie de dévoiler des contrats qui seraient défavorables à la Guinée. Un des négociateurs nous informe que la plupart des contrats de revente par lesquels les clients achètent le minerai produit ne sont pas encore signés. Le prix de revente du fer de Simandou – élément clé pour le calcul des recettes de l'État – ne serait pas fixé. Djiba Diakité, le président du comité stratégique de Simandou, a récemment expliqué dans une interview à Forbes Afrique que « si on mettait bout à bout tous les documents contractuels de Simandou... ça ferait 14 kilomètres ». Un train pour le minerai et pour les passagers ? La Guinée veut croire à la renaissance de son réseau ferroviaire grâce au gigantesque projet minier. Le gisement de fer, l'un des plus riches au monde, doit être relié au port de Moribayah par une ligne de chemin de fer de 650 kilomètres. Une infrastructure qui cristallise les espoirs de désenclavement de la Haute et Moyenne-Guinée. Pensée comme une double voie, cette ligne doit permettre non seulement l'acheminement du minerai vers la côte, mais aussi, à terme, le transport de marchandises et de passagers. « Le chemin de fer est multi-utilisateur. Une partie va servir aux miniers, une autre aux marchandises, mais aussi aux personnes. L'objectif est de développer plus de 2 000 km de voie ferrée dans le pays », déclare Ismaël Nabé, ministre du Plan à RFI. Cette ambition de désenclaver les régions agricoles, comme la zone de Kankan ou de N'zérékoré, suscite l'enthousiasme. Certains imaginent déjà des trains chargés d'ignames ou de bananes rejoindre plus facilement les marchés urbains. Mais sur le terrain, les observateurs sont plus prudents. « L'idée d'un train passager est séduisante, mais peu réaliste dans l'état actuel du tracé », estime Oumar Totiya Barry, directeur de l'Observatoire des mines et métaux. Selon lui, la ligne évite les grands centres urbains. « Il y a bien une quinzaine de gares prévues, mais elles sont souvent à des dizaines de kilomètres des villes. Madina Oula, par exemple, se trouve à plus de 80 km de Kindia. Pour Mamou, c'est le même problème avec la gare de Farenta. » En cause, une logique de tracé prioritairement industrielle. Le chemin de fer suit le chemin le plus court et le moins coûteux entre la mine et le port, au détriment d'une intégration fine au territoire. « Le mariage entre aménagement du territoire et conception du chemin de fer n'a pas suffisamment fonctionné », regrette Oumar Totiya Barry. À Kaloum, cœur battant de Conakry, certains commerçants restent sceptiques. Marqués par les promesses non tenues des précédents projets miniers, ils redoutent que Simandou ne soit qu'un mirage de plus. Dans les zones d'exploitation de la bauxite, comme à Boké, l'exploitation a certes rapporté des devises, mais elle a aussi laissé des séquelles : pollution de l'air, raréfaction de l'eau potable, routes dégradées. « Simandou, c'est du vent », tranche un commerçant, dénonçant une richesse qui ne profite toujours pas à la population. En attendant, Simandou creuse son sillon, porté par de grandes ambitions.  

What if the solution to the global copper shortage has been right under our noses for billions of years? In this episode of On the Rocks Masterclass, we explore the fascinating world of biomining with Liz Dennett, Founder & CEO of Endolith, who's harnessing Earth's oldest miners – microbes – to revolutionize copper extraction.Liz's journey from NASA astrobiology research to founding a biotech mining company is as unique as her approach to solving one of mining's biggest challenges. With copper demand soaring for electrification and renewables, traditional mining methods are struggling to keep up. Enter biological intelligence: AI-optimized microbes that can extract more copper from low-grade ore than conventional methods ever could.In this masterclass, Liz breaks down the science behind biomining, explains how AI fine-tunes microbial performance in real-time, and shares insights from pilot deployments with major mining companies like BHP and Rio Tinto. We explore how this approach works within existing heap leach infrastructure, requires no toxic chemicals, and could turn mining waste into valuable resource streams.Whether you're curious about the intersection of biology and mining, interested in sustainable extraction methods, or wondering how microbes could solve supply chain challenges, this conversation offers a glimpse into mining's microscopic revolution.

Is this the most undervalued diamond project in North America?Star Diamond (TSX: DIAM) is a Canadian company advancing one of the most promising diamond development projects in North America. Chair, President, and CEO Ewan Mason breaks down a nearly $10 million funding from Spirit Resources and what it means for the future of the Fort à la Corne Project in Saskatchewan.With a 72-year mine life potential, a recently updated resource, and a history of major backing from Rio Tinto, Star Diamond is ready to take a big step forward with some of the world's top-quality diamonds.Learn more about Star Diamond: https://www.stardiamondcorp.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/tcJCk-4HZxI?si=OlK0IZbaCVTdEyLc And follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalOneMedia?sub_confirmation=1

US stocks jumped yesterday after President Donald Trump said trade talks with the EU were headed in a "positive" direction, and McKinsey cut 10 per cent of its staff in an effort to increase profits. Plus, Asian currencies are getting a boost from investors' bets on US trade deals and the FT's Leslie Hook explains what's next for Rio Tinto after it asked its chief executive Jakob Stausholm to step down. Mentioned in this podcast:US stocks jump as Donald Trump touts ‘positive' progress on EU trade talksAsian currencies boosted by investor bets on US trade dealsMcKinsey sheds 10% of staff in two-year profitability drive Rio ousted chief Jakob Stausholm to seek boss with more mining experienceToday's FT News Briefing was produced by Sonja Hutson, and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Blake Maples and Michael Lello. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this final episode of The Power of AI in Brick by Brick, host Jason Reichl speaks with Puneet Matai, Data and AI Governance Lead at Rio Tinto Commercial, to explore the critical intersection of AI governance, risk management, and innovation in highly regulated industries, particularly focusing on financial services.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today's biggest stories shaping America and the world. Iran Peace Talks Falter as Trump Suspects Stalling – Despite optimistic signals from U.S. and Iranian negotiators, President Trump warns the Ayatollah may be playing for time, possibly to build a nuclear weapon. Meanwhile, 80,000 Yemeni troops prepare to launch a massive offensive on the Iran-backed Houthis. Trump Blasts Zelenskyy, Mulls Shock Strategy in Ukraine – After Zelenskyy criticized Vice President Vance, Trump fires back and suggests it may be time for Europe to take full responsibility for the war. He hints at ending U.S. support unless progress is made in peace talks. China Squeezes Europe with Rare Earth Embargo – No shipments of critical minerals to Germany for weeks, pushing Europe toward economic crisis. Trump allies speculate Beijing may have secretly undermined U.S. and EU mining efforts through environmental activism and elite influence. Congo Minerals Deal Inches Closer – Trump's envoy says there's a “path forward” for U.S. access to Congo's $20T in mineral riches. Companies like Rio Tinto and KoBold Metals are lining up, potentially reshaping the global supply chain. U.S.-Mexico Water Conflict Heats Up – Trump threatens tariffs and sanctions over Mexico's failure to release treaty-mandated water to Texas. He also floats an FDR-scale civil works plan to desalinate and reroute water from northern Mexico into the American Southwest. Probiotics Boost Mood and Emotional Intelligence – New Dutch research finds that gut health supplements reduce stress and improve emotional perception, possibly offering new hope for autism treatment and everyday mental health. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32​