Latest Copper And Lithium Markets News

Rio Tinto delivered a standout 2025 with an 8% rise in copper equivalent production, record iron ore output in the Pilbara, and key milestones like the first shipment from Simandou port. The company met or exceeded its guidance while advancing major projects across its portfolio.

Lightning Minerals has launched its inaugural drilling campaign at the Mt Turner gold and silver project in Queensland, backed by a fresh A$2 million capital raise. Meanwhile, exploration advances across its lithium assets in Brazil signal a multi-commodity growth strategy.

Lightning Minerals has secured A$2 million to fuel exploration and a strategic acquisition of Lotus Minerals, unlocking promising gold and copper projects in Australia. The company also advances lithium exploration in Brazil, setting the stage for near-term drilling at Mt Turner.