The key role of scrap in the new geopolitics of the red metal
The potential imposition of tariffs on copper in the United States has raised concerns in Chile, the world’s largest producer … Read More
A historic mining cooperation agreemen
“At a time when the mining industry is struggling to grow amid technical complexities and investment constraints, this agreement stands … Read More
Copper rises due to U.S. and China policies, while the dollar falls by $15
The price of the red metal increased on the London Metal Exchange, and futures surged by more than 5%. The … Read More
Copper Price Surge Following Trump’s speech and China’s projections pushes dollar down
Chinese authorities confirmed yesterday that they expect to grow at a 5% rate this year, despite the trade war driven … Read More
Plusmining CEO ctates concerns over potential negative impact of tariff war on the economy
U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that, as of Tuesday, March 4, tariffs of 25% will take effect on Canada and … Read More
70% of U.S. imported copper comes from Chile, and experts warn that imposing tariffs would be “Counterproductive”
Santiago and Washington have an active trade agreement that includes an anti dumping section, shielding both countries from such practices. … Read More
World’s biggest copper miner insists it can reverse production slump
Output at Chilean state-owned group Codelco has fallen to 25-year lows just as global demand surges By Ciara Nugent The … Read More
China closes the gap with Chile in lithium production as metal reserves increase
Experts believe it is unlikely that the Asian country will surpass Chile, given its smaller reserves and higher extraction costs. … Read More
Chile’s share in the global copper market drops from 30% to 24% in a decade
The country retained its position as the world’s largest copper producer in 2024, slightly increasing its share compared to 2023. … Read More
Codelco Inc: the State-owned Company’s Network of alliances and agreements that position It as a global player
While the strategy of partnering with private companies intensified during Pacheco’s tenure, there were earlier periods of intense partnership activity, … Read More
Codelco-Anglo mega alliance: industry and experts praise the agreement and Its boost to the country’s wealth
“This is one of the most important mining news stories in recent years,” said Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of … Read More
Economists predict that Trump’s tariffs would not have a”Direct Impact” on Chile for now
Tariffs Imposed by Trump and Potential Impact on Chile Arguing that it is necessary to “revitalize national production and protect … Read More
Trump’s Tariffs: “In the Case of the Mining Industry, theImpact Would Be Rather Limited”
The diversification of Chilean copper exports protects the industry, according to anexpert. However, a greater trade conflict would pose a … Read More
“Uncertainty Prevails”: The Impact of U.S. Tariff Increases
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced tariff hikes on various products and trading partners. The most recent … Read More
Codelco’s Own Production in 2024 Slightly Surpassed 2023, but Total Output Declined
Chile’s total copper production, including private companies, was only 1.7% higher than 20 years ago. By María José Giménez Máximo … Read More
Markets Close Higher Despite Chinese Retaliation Over Tariffs Imposed by Trump
Analysts and economists debate the depth of the global tariff war and its effects. For now, they indicate, it is … Read More
Antofagasta and Atacama drive mining growth in Chile
The mining project portfolio for this decade, developed by Cochilco, recorded a 26.6% growth compared to its 2023 version. It … Read More
US Tariffs on Copper Could Impact 11% of Chilean Metal Exports: Codelco Accounts for 45%
More than half of the refined copper imported by the world’s largest economy is produced by mining companies in Chile. … Read More