Top Stories for Jan. 5, 2024:
1. Barrick Gold Corp (NYSE: GOLD) and the Chilean miner Antofagasta plc announced a $95 million partnership for copper and other metals exploration in the Alto del Carmen region of Chile over the next five years.
In a series of major industry moves, legal scrutiny surrounds the sale of a leading steel corporation, while another key player in the sector finalizes a significant business divestiture.