2026-11-06 · revision 2 · Information cutoff 2026-11-06T11:34:53.015393+00:00
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Metals and mining
Kamoa-Kakula is pursuing copper-production recovery alongside mining and dewatering work, with its smelter operating at about 60% of design capacity. The World Bank’s October metals price index fell 3.0% month on month, adding a weaker price backdrop to operational constraints.
Ivanhoe Mines · 2026-11-03
Kamoa-Kakula lowers 2027 copper guidance as its smelter runs at about 60% of capacity
Ivanhoe Mines said on 3 November that Kamoa-Kakula in DR Congo had lowered its 2027 guidance to 300,000–350,000 tonnes of copper in saleable products. Its existing smelter continues to operate at about 60% of design capacity, according to the company.