Everything you need to know about the latest Rio Tinto dividendFebruary 19, 2026 7:41 pmThe Motley Fool AustraliaRio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) shares were on form on Thursday. The mining giant's shares ended the day 2% higher at $168.55. It seems that many in the market were expecting Rio Tinto to release a strong full-year result after the market close. So, how did …
China’s Export Controls: What’s Next for Rare Earths, Gallium, and Germanium Supply ChainsFebruary 19, 2026 7:16 pmSkillings Mining Review - FloridaChina's temporary suspension of certain critical-mineral export controls expires November 27, 2026. That's 284 days from now. And if you're running procurement for magnets, semiconductors, or defense applications, the clock is already ticking …
Australia’s 2026 Mining Pivot: Why Brownfield Expansion is the New GreenfieldFebruary 19, 2026 7:15 pmSkillings Mining Review - FloridaAustralia's mining sector is rewriting its playbook.
The greenfield gold rush that defined the last commodity supercycle is over. In its place: a calculated shift toward brownfield expansion, underground optimization, and squeezing more output from …
A twisted tale of two TrumpsFebruary 19, 2026 6:58 pmThe PioneerIn the past decade or less, since Donald Trump first became the US president in 2017, academicians have tried to make sense of his policy world, and coined several terms to describe it. In 2018, one of them suggested the phrase, “illiberal hegemony,” and …
Kumba Iron Ore going greener with solar on waste rock dump plus wheeling initiativeFebruary 19, 2026 6:30 pmEngineering NewsJOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – Amid the high-quality of the lump ore of South Africa’s Kumba Iron Ore helping global steelmakers to decarbonise, the Anglo American group company is itself is embarking on two initiatives in the Northern Cape to make …
Zimbabwe Deepens US Engagement Amid Global Critical Minerals RaceFebruary 19, 2026 6:15 pmThe Zimbabwe MailThis morning, Prof. dr. Amon Murwira met with the United States Ambassador to Zimbabwe, H.E. Pamela Tremont, at the Munhumutapa Offices.
The meeting reflects continued engagement between Zimbabwe and the United States aimed at strengthening political and …
Business Brief: Melting down the medalsFebruary 19, 2026 5:59 pmThe Globe and MailGood morning. The women’s hockey teams from Canada and the United States are facing off today for the ultimate Olympic prize: a gold medal. But silver is nothing to sneeze at, and copper, viewed through the right lens, might be even more interesting. What …
Govt pushes for environment fundFebruary 19, 2026 5:55 pmZimbabwe IndependentEnvironment minister Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndhlovu stated last year that they needed the fund to deal with environmental offenses that endanger communities.
THE government this week said it was finalising policies and procedures that will be incorporated …
President Mahama outlines five-point plan to transform Ghana’s mining sectorFebruary 19, 2026 5:21 pmGhana Broadcasting CorporationBy: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH
President John Dramani Mahama has outlined a five-point plan to transform Ghana’s mining sector. The President linked the initiative to the broader “reset agenda” aimed at economic growth, adding that the five-point plan reaffirms …
US, Uzbekistan Strike Deal on Critical Minerals Exploration and SupplyFebruary 19, 2026 4:36 pmCaspian PostThe US and Uzbekistan have signed a landmark agreement on cooperation in the exploration and supply of critical minerals, marking a significant step in deepening economic ties between the two countries. The agreement, signed on February 18, covers the …
Asia stocks rise as tech gains offset rate uncertainty; ASX, KOSPI hit record highFebruary 19, 2026 4:09 pmHellenic Shipping NewsAsian stocks advanced on Thursday, buoyed chiefly by strong gains in technology stocks helped markets rise past heightened uncertainty over U.S. interest rates.
Australian stocks hit a record high on strength in local mining and bank stocks, while South …
AI at the Olympics and Trump's rare earths pushFebruary 19, 2026 3:52 pmNikkei AsiaHello, this is Kenji, presenting this week's #techAsia newsletter from Tokyo. While most other places in this part of the world are celebrating Lunar New Year, Japan is a major exception, having officially switched to the Gregorian calendar in 1873 as …
Why communities pay for miningFebruary 19, 2026 3:29 pmBangkok PostLast week, policymakers and industry executives of mining companies gathered in Cape Town for the annual African Mining Indaba. They followed a familiar script: governments would court investors, companies would promise jobs and growth, and champagne would …
A massive new mine highlights Nevada’s place at the center of the U.S. lithium pushFebruary 19, 2026 3:28 pmLas Vegas Weekly - NevadaYou may not know exactly what lithium is, but your life probably wouldn’t be the same without it. The lightweight metal is the secret ingredient in the batteries that power everything from phones and tablets to solar panels and electric vehicles. And while …
Mercury Rules in RetrogradeFebruary 19, 2026 3:23 pmHeatmap NewsCurrent conditions: The deadliest avalanche in modern California history killed at least eight skiers near Lake Tahoe • Strong winds are raising the wildfire risk across vast swaths of the northern Plains, from Montana to the Dakotas, and the Southwest, …
Elektros Develops Media and Communications Plan for Lithium Mining ProjectFebruary 19, 2026 2:37 pmVoice of Alexandria - MinnesotaSUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / February 19, 2026 / Elektros Inc. (OTC PINK:ELEK), a hard-rock lithium mining developer with operations in Sierra Leone, today announced the development of a comprehensive Q1 media and communications …
Rio Tinto reports unchanged annual earnings but increases dividendFebruary 19, 2026 1:44 pmBusiness DayShare current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn
By Melanie Burton and Roushni Nair
Melbourne — Rio Tinto reported flat annual earnings on Thursday that missed expectations …
Financial Times Exclusive: Caterpillar Invests in Mega Battery Factory in SuboticaFebruary 19, 2026 1:24 pmB92Serbian company ElevenEs has completed the first phase of its Series B investment round with support from Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc.
Construction of a 1GWh LFP mega-factory for battery cells in Subotica will begin in February 2026.
Caterpillar is a …
The ASX 200 is up over 4% YTD. What EOY targets are floating around?February 19, 2026 12:55 pmThe Market HeraldJoin our daily newsletter At The Bell to receive exclusive market insights
It’s been a pretty good year for the ASX200 so far, helped greatly by the ‘commodity supercycle’ narrative – which isn’t really a narrative when you look at the price of gold, …
From scrap to gold: How India is turning e-waste to critical mineralsFebruary 19, 2026 12:31 pmNews9 LiveWith the world anxious over China’s grip on critical minerals, India is cashing in on the booming e-waste economy to recover important resources like lithium and cobalt, essential for everything today.
India is turning e-waste to critical minerals
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National Battery Day: Time to Rejoice Human Success Ahead of Revolution in Future Energy StorageFebruary 19, 2026 12:31 pmInternational Business Times SingaporeNowadays, we cannot imagine the world without the battery because we live in a highly connected world. It drives a coffee grinder up to electric vehicles. On February 18, National Battery Day was celebrated in the United States and a large number of …
Lithium Americas Provides a Project Update and 2026 Capex Guidance for Thacker PassFebruary 19, 2026 12:01 pmFinancial PostThis news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 ( …
Near Zero-Duty Access Under India–Australia ECTA To…February 19, 2026 11:56 amKnowledge & News NetworkMumbai, Feb 19 (KNN) World Trade Center Mumbai, in association with the All India Association of Industries (AIAI), hosted a business delegation from the Australia India Business Council (AIBC) on Wednesday.
The discussion focused on expanding bilateral …
What’s Behind Ethiopia’s Double-Digit GrowthFebruary 19, 2026 11:55 amForeign PolicyWelcome to Foreign Policy’s Africa Brief.
The highlights this week: Ethiopia relaxes foreign exchange controls as it is projected to experience significant growth, U.S. troops arrive in Nigeria to support counterterrorism efforts, and China announces a …
Rio Tinto Grabs Majority Control Of Nemaska LithiumFebruary 19, 2026 11:51 amBenzingaThis shift in ownership follows equity investments by both Rio Tinto and the Government of Quebec, and positions Rio Tinto to take over direct management of the company, aiming to enhance its lithium operations in Quebec.
Rio Tinto’s Bold Lithium Strategy …
Critical minerals key for India's economic, geopolitical future: ReddyFebruary 19, 2026 11:48 amAsianet NewsableUnion Minister G Kishan Reddy stressed the strategic importance of critical minerals, noting India's 95% import dependency. He called for action to secure supply chains, framing the current challenge as a major opportunity for the nation to grow.
Union …
Mining company to amend Sheep Creek planFebruary 19, 2026 11:44 amBitterroot Star - Montanaby Michael Howell
Bitterroot National Forest officials received a draft Plan of Operation from US Critical Materials for exploratory mining on its Sheep Creek mining claims up the West Fork of the Bitterroot River in late December 2025. The Forest Service …
China Global Trade Strategy Reshapes Global Power BrusselsFebruary 19, 2026 11:31 amBrussels MorningChina’s long term economic blueprint is reshaping global supply chains and financial markets in 2026.
The China Global Trade Strategy combines infrastructure, technology and capital integration to expand influence.
European policymakers in Brussels are …
Light unrequired: The discovery of dark oxygenFebruary 19, 2026 11:10 amThe Tufts Daily - MassachusettsFor centuries, it was believed that the production of oxygen relied on one component: photosynthesis (the conversion of light energy into chemical energy). Plants and algae use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, providing the foundation of …
President sets ambitious target to end raw mineral exports within 5 yearsFebruary 19, 2026 11:09 amGhanaian TimesGhana must begin to transform her raw minerals to reshape fiscal policy and promote national economy and development, President John Dramani Mahama has emphasised.
He said: “It is no longer acceptable for Ghana to continue to export raw oils and import …
A Challenging 2025 Ahead for Eramet: Debt Reduction Planned and Dividends FrozenFebruary 19, 2026 11:03 amMarket ScreenerEramet plunged by 19.30% to 48.74 euros, marking by far the steepest drop in the SBF 120. Markets punished the mining group's disappointing performance for the 2025 fiscal year on Thursday morning. Adjusted EBITDA fell by 54% to 372 million euros year- …
RecycLiCo Completes Construction of Innovation Centre Laboratory FacilityFebruary 19, 2026 11:00 amEIN PresswireDELTA, British Columbia, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RecycLiCo Battery Materials Inc. (“RecycLiCo” or the “Company”) (TSX.V: AMY | OTCQB: AMYZF | FSE: ID4), a critical minerals refining and lithium-ion battery upcycling company, is pleased to …
Ewoyaa Lease Speculation Puts Atlantic Lithium on IceFebruary 19, 2026 10:59 amNews GhanaAtlantic Lithium Limited, the Africa-focused lithium exploration and development company advancing Ghana’s first lithium mine, triggered a voluntary trading suspension on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) on Thursday, citing mounting speculation …
Rio Tinto FY25: Higher revenue, stable dividend as growth projects ramp upFebruary 19, 2026 10:48 amThe Motley Fool AustraliaHome / Earnings Results / Rio Tinto FY25: Higher revenue, stable dividend as growth projects ramp up
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Rio Tinto annual earnings flat as iron ore weakens, copper cushions blowFebruary 19, 2026 10:02 amWTAQ - WisconsinBy Melanie Burton and Roushni Nair
MELBOURNE, Feb 19 (Reuters) – Rio Tinto on Thursday reported flat annual earnings that missed expectations as its mainstay iron ore business suffered from lower prices, though this was offset by a strong performance from …
PLS Group Swings To Earnings In H1February 19, 2026 7:49 amNasdaq(RTTNews) - PLS Group Ltd. (PILBF, PLS.AX), an Australian lithium mining and exploration company, on Wednesday reported first half profit compared with loss in the previous year.
For the first half of the full year 2026, net income came in at $33 million …
Armah Buah cracks down on ‘Fronting’, pushes bold local content drive in mining sectorFebruary 19, 2026 7:07 amThe Chronicle News OnlineThe Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has issued a strong warning against the practice of “fronting” in Ghana’s mining sector, describing it as “a theft of opportunity” that undermines the country’s quest for genuine local …
Man allegedly compiled reports for 'Chinese intelligence', court hearsFebruary 19, 2026 6:14 amABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)A LinkedIn introduction led to an Australian businessman compiling reports for two people he allegedly believed worked for Chinese intelligence in exchange for cash, a jury has heard, with his conduct allegedly amounting to reckless foreign interference.
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Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030: How Ma’aden and Hatch are Building a New Mining SuperpowerFebruary 19, 2026 5:24 amSkillings Mining Review - FloridaSaudi Arabia is making a $75 billion bet that it can replicate its oil dominance in mining. That's not hyperbole. That's the Vision 2030 target for annual mining sector GDP contribution.
Ma'aden, the Kingdom's state-owned mining champion, …
Lithium rally prompts mine restart on hopes of sustained revivalFebruary 19, 2026 5:09 amFinancial ReviewA rebound in lithium prices has led some Australian miners to restart mothballed operations and increase their investments, even as others doubt whether the recovery in the key battery metal can be sustained.
Perth-based PLS has committed to reopening its …
Avalon to Participate in Red Cloud Securities 2026 Pre-PDAC Mining ShowcaseFebruary 19, 2026 2:04 amInvesting News NetworkAvalon Advanced Materials Inc. (TSX: AVL,OTC:AVLNF) (OTCQB: AVLNF) ("Avalon" or the "Company"), a Canadian critical minerals company advancing lithium and rare earth projects vital to North America's supply chain security, today …