mining sector

Barrick Gold Corp. is considering a potential initial public offering (IPO) for its U.S.-based assets as part of a broader strategic push to unlock value and sharpen operational focus, its Chief Executive Officer confirmed on Wednesday. The…

In a key fiscal measure announced in Union Budget 2026, the government has increased the Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on coal and lignite to 2%. The move is aimed at improving tax compliance and widening the tax base in the mining and…

Canadian mining company Vizsla Silver said that 10 of its employees were abducted in Sinaloa, Mexico, highlighting ongoing security risks faced by businesses operating in the region. In a statement, the company said the incident involved…

Copper is expected to be at the core of any potential acquisition bid by Rio Tinto for Glencore, according to an assessment by RBC Capital Markets. Analysts noted that Glencore’s significant copper portfolio could be the primary strategic…

The global mining landscape saw a notable shift as Canadian miner Agnico Eagle Mines Limited surpassed the $100 billion market-capitalisation mark for the first time, pushing it ahead of long-time rival Rio Tinto Group, which recently…

Gold and silver mining companies are selling shares at the fastest pace seen in more than ten years, as elevated precious metal prices and strong investor interest create favorable conditions for fundraising. The surge in equity sales…

Senior officials of Coal India Limited are set to receive significantly higher remuneration after the Ministry of Coal approved revised pay scales aligned with those applicable to Maharatna public sector enterprises. The move is expected to…

Most mineral and metal prices are expected to edge higher in 2026, according to a forecast by Fitch Ratings, as steady demand from infrastructure, energy transition projects, and industrial activity offsets lingering supply-side…

Shares of Coal India Limited are in focus after reports indicated that one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries is set to launch its initial public offering (IPO) on a specified date, marking a significant step in the government’s broader…

India’s coal imports are expected to witness a decline in the coming months amid increased domestic availability and higher production from local mines. Improved output from state-owned miners and better logistics planning have helped…