Codelco monthly output dives, sowing doubts about validity of end-2025 production spike
By Fabián Cambero Chile’s state-owned copper giant Codelco has reported a sharp drop in production to start this year, leading … Read More
More questions than answers: The uncertainties raised by the Chile–U.S. Dialogue on critical minerals
The decision by Chile and the United States to initiate a dialogue mechanism on critical minerals and rare earths has … Read More
The Boric government’s optimistic latest estimate for lithium production in thecoming years
By 2035, private CEOLs, according to a report from the Ministry of Mining, will allow Chile to reach 600,000 tons … Read More
Bloomberg: Kast reportedly plans to sign agreements with the U.S. today on critical minerals and security issues
According to the U.S. media outlet, the decision would show a rapid alignment of Chile’s President with Donald Trump. President … Read More
Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of Plusmining, analyzes the main trends that could impact mining in 2026.
Interview with Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of Plusmining, who analyzes the main trends that could impact mining in 2026. … Read More
“It will only be a financial relief”: the challenges Codelco faces in capitalizing on the new copper boom
Metal Remains Above US$6 per Pound Experts warn that the performance of its structural projects, the company’s debt levels, and … Read More
Following the comptroller general’s rejection of lithium contracts, the mineral moves to the forefront of the incoming government’s agenda as authorities evaluate changes to streamline permitting
Body challenges CEOL process due to procedural deficiencies led by the Ministry of Mining. Incoming authorities are concerned about the … Read More
China overtakes Chile as the world’s third-largest Lithium producer as industry growth lags
Experts agree that Chile has fallen behind in the expansion of the lithium industry, while other countries have more projects … Read More
Missed opportunity? Argentina could benefit more than Chile from lithium price surge following Zimbabwe export halt
The African nation has suspended lithium exports from its territory, triggering an increase in prices. By Pablo San Martín Lithium … Read More
Gold production rises 27% amid the metal’s resilience as a financial safe haven
No digital asset has yet been able to replace gold as protection against uncertainty. Last year marked one of the … Read More
78% of the energy used by mining in Chile comes from renewable sources
The fact that 78% of the energy consumed by Chile’s mining industry is sourced from renewable generation (according to Cochilco … Read More
The little-known boost of Molybdenum to copper: shipments surpass wine and Lithium
Higher molybdenum production and lower costs of producing Chile’s main export are increasing mining companies’ profits and tax payments. The … Read More
Juan Carlos Guajardo: “Copper is not in a bubble, but Its current price requires prudence”
The Executive Director of Plusmining analyzes the current cycle of record copper prices and the risks facing mining investment, fiscal … Read More
Reforms in Argentina and a new political climate: competition or mining integration with Chile?
The pro-investment reforms being promoted by Argentina seek to reposition the country as a destination for large-scale mining projects. Their … Read More
Copper is at record highs. What Chile’s new leader means for the world’s supply
It seems like perfect timing. Chile, the world’s top copper producer, elected a pro-business president in a 58% to 42% … Read More
Copper Continues Its Upward Trend, Reaches 16-Month High — Chile Could Receive an Additional US$1.3 Billion in 2025
The red metal is experiencing a period of sustained demand amid tightening global supply. By Pablo San Martín Copper prices … Read More
Copper price reaches its highest level in 16 months, driven by accident at Indonesian mine
The week began with the red metal closing at US$4.812 per pound. The increase appears to be driven by supply … Read More
Only six of the world’s top 15 copper miners expected to increase production in 2025
Estimates gathered by Plusmining show that the group of the world’s leading copper producers would close the year with a … Read More