Coal Mining Market Size to Hit USD 977.24 Million by 2035 | SNS Insider

The global coal mining market is valued at USD 780.06 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 977.24 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 2.34%. Growth is driven by rising global electricity demand, continued reliance on coal for baseload power generation, and strong demand from industrial sectors like steel and cement, particularly in Asia Pacific. Thermal coal dominates with 77% market share, while power generation accounts for 67% of applications.

04/23/2026, 3:30 AM • GlobeNewswire

Discovery Produces 60,269 Ounces of Gold in First Quarter 2026

Discovery Silver Corp. announced Q1 2026 gold production of 60,269 ounces from its Porcupine operations, with guidance of 260,000-300,000 ounces for full year 2026. The company also announced the acquisition of Glencore's Kidd operations in Timmins, which includes processing infrastructure, tailings management, and exploration upside. Strong exploration results were reported across multiple operations.

04/22/2026, 8:15 PM • GlobeNewswire

$34.73 Bn Cobalt Market Trends and Future Forecasts to 2035: Cobalt Sulfate Leads Market Segments; Industrial Chemicals and Aerospace Sectors to Accelerate Growth

The global cobalt market is projected to expand from USD 16.12 billion in 2025 to USD 34.73 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 7.23%. Growth is driven by increasing demand in electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies, and industrial applications. Cobalt sulfate currently dominates the market, while industrial chemicals and aerospace sectors are expected to accelerate growth. Asia-Pacific leads in market share, though North America is anticipated to experience higher growth rates.

04/17/2026, 4:47 AM • GlobeNewswire

Copper Is 'Going Places,' And Everyone Is Hitching A Ride

Copper demand is surging due to electrification, AI infrastructure, and renewable energy needs, while supply constraints persist. Major miners are responding with strategic mergers and organic growth initiatives. Despite elevated inventories, prices remain high due to long-term supply concerns and the metal's critical role in 21st-century infrastructure.

02/26/2026, 6:03 AM • Benzinga

Zinc Market Set to Hit USD 44.73 Billion by 2033, Driven by Infrastructure Growth and Rising Industrial Demand | SNS Insider

The global zinc market is projected to grow from USD 26.95 billion in 2025 to USD 44.73 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 6.57%. Growth is driven by increasing demand from construction, automotive, galvanization, and battery applications, with the U.S. market expanding from USD 3.11 billion to USD 5.37 billion. Asia-Pacific dominates with 48.62% market share, while North America shows the fastest growth at 8.07% CAGR.

02/26/2026, 12:43 AM • GlobeNewswire

Precious Metal Market Volume to Worth 756.65 Million Tons by 2035

The global precious metals market is projected to grow from USD 640.20 billion in 2026 to USD 1,147.61 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 6.70%. Asia Pacific dominates with 39.01% volume share, while gold remains the largest segment. Growth is driven by demand in automotive catalysts, electronics, renewable energy, and hydrogen fuel cell technology. Key developments include strategic deals and corporate restructuring among major producers.

02/21/2026, 9:01 AM • GlobeNewswire

Cobalt Market to Hit 398 Mn Tons by 2031 at 8.98% CAGR on Strong EV, Aerospace, and 5G Demand, Says Mordor Intelligence

The cobalt market is projected to grow from 258.99 million tons in 2026 to 398.2 million tons by 2031 at an 8.98% CAGR, driven by rising EV battery production, aerospace superalloys demand, and 5G infrastructure deployment. The DRC dominates global supply at 76%, while new production from Indonesia and North America is expected to ease supply constraints.

02/20/2026, 10:44 AM • GlobeNewswire

Copper Crunch Shifts Downstream, Study Finds

A new study by Benchmark Mineral Intelligence reveals that the U.S. copper supply bottleneck lies not in mining but in downstream smelting and refining capacity. The U.S. can meet 146% of domestic copper demand from mines, scrap, and imports, compared to China's 40% self-sufficiency. Rising copper prices (up 40% since October) are benefiting diversified miners like Rio Tinto, though the company's 2025 earnings were flat due to weaker iron-ore prices.

02/19/2026, 6:06 AM • Benzinga

BHP, Wheaton Sign Record $4.3 Billion Silver Streamline Deal

BHP Group and Wheaton Precious Metals have signed a record $4.3 billion silver streaming agreement covering BHP's share of output from the Antamina mine in Peru. Wheaton will pay BHP an upfront $4.3 billion and ongoing payments equal to 20% of spot silver price per ounce. The deal allows BHP to monetize silver byproduct while retaining full exposure to copper, zinc, and lead production, and doubles Wheaton's exposure to Antamina's silver production amid growing demand for the metal.

02/17/2026, 6:46 AM • Benzinga

Hot Chili Closes A$40 Million Private Placement to Accelerate Next Leg of Growth for Costa Fuego Copper-Gold Project, Coastal Chile

Hot Chili Limited has successfully closed a A$40 million private placement, issuing 24.2 million shares at A$1.65 per share. The funding will accelerate development of the Costa Fuego copper-gold project in Chile, including integration of the La Verde discovery and submission of an environmental impact assessment. Major shareholders Glencore, Blue Spec, and GS Group participated in the oversubscribed placement.

02/12/2026, 8:40 PM • Benzinga

Deal Dispatch: SpaceX Ties Up With xAI, Kirin Sells Four Roses Bourbon, Billionaire's Mining Merger Collapses

Multiple major M&A deals announced including SpaceX's merger with xAI (valued at $1T and $250B respectively), SiTime's $2.9B acquisition of Renesas' timing unit, Concorde International's $600M merger with YOOV Group, and Kirin's $775M sale of Four Roses bourbon to E. & J. Gallo. Meanwhile, billionaire Ivan Glasenberg's attempted $200B+ merger between Glencore and Rio Tinto collapsed after serious negotiations.

02/06/2026, 4:38 PM • Benzinga

Valuation Disagreement Sinks Rio And Glencore Mega-Merger

Glencore and Rio Tinto's $200 billion+ merger negotiations collapsed on February 5 over valuation disagreements. Glencore sought 40% ownership of the combined company, but Rio's executives deemed the gap too wide to bridge. The two companies cannot resume talks for 6 months under U.K. takeover rules. Both firms now face their respective challenges alone: Rio's overexposure to iron ore and Chinese state shareholder, and Glencore's coal dependence and risky Argentine copper project.

02/06/2026, 7:23 AM • Benzinga

Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. : Form 8.3 - RIO TINTO PLC & RIO TINTO LIMITED - Ordinary Shares

Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. has disclosed substantial shareholdings in Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited, holding 0.36% and 1.77% respectively as of February 3, 2026. The disclosure was made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code in connection with a potential offer involving Rio Tinto and Glencore PLC. Dimensional also conducted a sale of 1,895 Rio Tinto ADRs at $95.47 per unit during the disclosure period.

02/04/2026, 5:53 AM • GlobeNewswire

Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. : Form 8.3 - GLENCORE PLC - Ordinary Shares

Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. has disclosed a 0.55% interest in Glencore PLC's ordinary shares, representing 64,050,954 shares as of February 3, 2026. The disclosure includes a purchase of 13,206 shares at 5.0680 GBP and a transfer in of 58,325 shares. Dimensional also made concurrent disclosures regarding Rio Tinto PLC and Rio Tinto Ltd in relation to the same offer period.

02/04/2026, 5:51 AM • GlobeNewswire

Abcourt Mines announces the Appointment of Dany Cenac Robert as Vice-President, Communications and Corporate Development

Abcourt Mines Inc. announced the appointment of Dany Cenac Robert as Vice-President of Communications and Corporate Development. Cenac Robert, a strategic partner since 2018 with over 20 years of experience in strategic communications and financial markets, will oversee communications, investor relations, corporate development, and strategic advisory. The appointment comes as the company advances its gold development projects in Quebec.

02/03/2026, 7:00 AM • GlobeNewswire