Collahuasi and the fragility of investing in Chile
Opinion column by Juan Carlos Guajardo. The ruling by the Second Environmental Court that revoked the environmental approval (RCA) for … Read More
The darkest thing we’ve seen: Juan Carlos Guajardo and the Codelco audit
Catalina Edwards talks with Juan Carlos Guajardo, executive director of Plusmining, about the deep institutional, financial and operational crisis that … Read More
How could the copper and lithium rally impact the economy and fiscal revenues this year?
The record rise in copper prices so far this year has generated expectations of higher fiscal revenues for 2026 compared … Read More
Why Codelco’s costs are double those of private mining companies
At the state-owned company, older deposits with lower ore grades and greater geological complexity are compounded by a heavier operational … Read More
What are the 10 largest copper mines in the world?
For the first time, no Codelco operation appears on the list. By Patricia Marchetti. At the height of the historic … Read More
Expert on the historic rise in copper: “I wouldn’t object to calling it a new supercycle”
Juan Carlos Guajardo, CEO of Plusmining, detailed the scope of the process that “will bring countless benefits” to the Treasury. … Read More
Copper at US$6.4: What the experts from the Advisory Committee who projected US$4.4 are saying now
Yesterday, the price of copper on the London Metal Exchange closed at nominal highs near US$6.4. Although today it experienced … Read More
Codelco output questioned over 20,000-tonne gap
By Cecilia Jamasmie. Chilean state-run copper miner Codelco may have overstated its December output by about 20,000 tonnes after including … Read More
Crisis at Codelco?: The harsh diagnosis of a specialist after the controversial audit at the copper company
Interview with Juan Carlos Guajardo after controversial audit at Codelco. Source: BioBio Chile
Copper production at Codelco under scrutiny
Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of Plusmining, comments on Codelco’s large production figures in December 2025. Source: T13
Higher lithium price outlook improves SQM’s position and its contribution to the Treasury
A higher lithium price, combined with SQM’s strong financial position, could increase the fiscal revenue the government obtains from the … Read More
Copper expert: Chinese sulfuric acid restrictions could represent 33% of production costs
This input is key for the production of leached copper, which accounts for 20% of all the copper Chile exports. … Read More
The figures and challenges facing the new chairman of Codelco’s board
By Colomba Bolognesi Amid government scrutiny over the company’s situation, Bernardo Fontaine is expected to assume the chairmanship of Codelco’s … Read More
Chile bill targets mining boost, cuts taxes, speeds permits
Chile has introduced sweeping legislation to revive growth and unlock mining investment through tax cuts, labour incentives and faster permitting. … Read More
Up to 12-year permitting delays and energy prices drive up the cost of desalinated water for mining
Better management could reduce the final cost of the resource by up to 30%, according to a study by Acades … Read More
How a tax stabilization rule expands certainty for mining after the royalty
According to experts, maintaining a stable tax burden is the most important measure for mining investment promised by the “miscellaneous” … Read More
With the largest reserves behind it, Latin America is seeking mining investment.
Bolivia and Argentina, two of the countries with the greatest mining potential worldwide, have been leaving behind their internal concerns … Read More
Executives highlight the benefits for Chile of Argentine mining investment
They view positively the opportunities for collaboration between projects or the use of Chilean infrastructure. On the other side of … Read More