The questions raised by falling copper production
Despite copper trading at record-high prices, output continues to decline, and the gross value of exports could be reduced by … Read More
Costa Rica tests mining ban with Crucitas revival
Costa Rican President Laura Fernández has placed the proposed reopening of the Crucitas gold deposit at the centre of her … Read More
“A Mining Paradox” Chile’s mining activity index and sector employment continue to decline despite copper boom
The country’s economic activity has been heavily weighed down by the mining sector, while mining employment has fallen by 15,000 … Read More
The new legislation that could boost desalination projects for the mining industry
Experts warn that the law must be implemented effectively to avoid introducing additional discretion, for example through secondary regulations. According … Read More
Following BHP’s sale of transmission lines, industry expects more divestments of non-mining assets
Industry experts suggest that companies increasingly want to focus exclusively on mineral extraction and leave other assets in the hands … Read More
Chilean mining industry could save more than US$500 million per year by adopting shared water infrastructure
According to a study by Acades and Plusmining, the Antofagasta Region has concentrated a large number of desalination projects, but … Read More
How sectors that directly impact consumers will absorb or pass on higher costs
TBoth SMEs and the mining sector are complaining about the higher costs they will have to pay. Small and medium-sized … Read More
Large mining companies push back against diesel tax change and criticize that they would bear 74% of the cost of the measure
With the measure proposed by the Government, companies in the sector would go from recovering 100% of the specific diesel … Read More
Impact of war on Chilean mining
Juan Carlos Guajardo, Executive Director of Plusmining, comments on the impact of the Iran-United States war on Chilean mining costs. … 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
Will Chile’s next government fast-track mining?
The incoming government of Chilean President-elect José Antonio Kast, who takes office in March, is expected to quickly approve permits … Read More
Copper prices double the fortunes of latin american billionaires
The wealth of Latin America’s two largest copper billionaires doubled over the past year, driven by record prices for the … Read More
Chile’s miners flag risks in dual oversight of mining, economy ministries
By Fabián Cambero Chile’s mining industry expressed concerns on Wednesday after President-elect Jose Antonio ast named one minister to oversee … Read More
Chile’s mining industry in 2026: High prices could reignite investment, Albeit with Risks
The year 2025 ended with copper prices hovering around record levels. This week (January 3, 2026), copper reached an all-time … Read More
Juan Carlos Guajardo: “Codelco Is in the midst of a very complex process”
Codelco is a very difficult subject for Chile,” says the economist, arguing that the targets based on structural projects have … 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
Gold as a key element of the new global financial architecture
With global demand approaching 5,000 tonnes and prices exceeding US$4,000 per ounce, 2025 is not simply another year of record … Read More
LME Week 2025: signs of a tectonic shift in the metals industry
By Juan Carlos Guajardo Every October, London becomes the epicenter of the global metals conversation. The LME Week—the traditional gathering … Read More