The ruling removes a large contingent liability tied to a disputed iron ore block, though the second penalty still faces re-evaluation.

The Mongolian underground mine is ramping up and becoming a major share of Rio Tinto's copper growth pipeline.

Job losses at the flagship Pilbara operation signal cost pressure across the Australian iron ore sector.

Washington is exploring alternative heavy rare earth supply away from China, despite sanctions on the Myanmar junta.

Iron ore's test of key technical levels is being watched closely given its role as a proxy for Chinese steel demand.

The push for asset separation targets the integrated rail and port infrastructure held by major iron ore producers.

The sale process points to continued portfolio reshaping at Rio Tinto via asset disposals.

The ban closes off a frontier source of critical minerals and constrains seabed mining ambitions globally.

The Tasmanian magnetite producer's call on extending mine life affects regional jobs and output.

The milestone advances Fortescue's diversification beyond iron ore into copper.

USA Rare Earth's revenue shortfall tests the appetite for early-stage domestic rare earth producers.

New Delhi is pushing overseas critical mineral equity to reduce dependence on Chinese supply chains.

The upgrade follows a weak stretch for South African iron ore equities and improving steel margin expectations.

The spending program aims to keep European steel capacity competitive amid cheap imports and decarbonisation costs.

Vale's staged funding supports a Canadian iron ore development at a time of price volatility.

The joint venture expands domestic manganese ore supply for Indian steel and battery inputs.

Islamabad is courting foreign capital for critical minerals as global powers compete for supply.

Competition over East African mineral deposits is intensifying amid rising critical minerals demand.