Glencore and Rio Tinto Merger Fails: What’s Next for the Mining Giants?

Swiss mining giant Glencore has signaled that it remains open to pursuing major acquisitions, even after its massive $260 billion merger discussions with Rio Tinto recently fell apart. Speaking publicly for the first time since the collapse of the talks, CEO Gary Nagle said the company is still interested in large-scale consolidation deals. According to…

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CorePlan $5M Raise: Mining Software Used by BHP, Fortescue, AngloGold Ashanti and Rio Tinto

CorePlan, a Perth-based startup building software for the mining industry, has raised $5 million in a follow-on funding round led by existing investor EVP. The company says the funding will help it grow its global team, expand product features, strengthen regional support, and increase its presence in the Americas, while continuing to scale operations in…

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Rare Earth Stocks Surge After Trump Pushes Critical Minerals Stockpile (MP, UUUU, USAR)

U.S.-listed rare earth stocks jumped on Tuesday after President Donald Trump announced plans to create a strategic reserve for critical minerals. In early trading, Critical Metals climbed more than 10%, USA Rare Earth gained nearly 11%, and MP Materials added around 4%. Energy Fuels rose about 8%, while Idaho Strategic Resources was up over 3%…

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