Latin America: Lynas deal, diesel risk, Brazil election
Rare earths acquisition, energy security risks, copper mine fatality, and electoral politics shape the regional agenda.
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What happened
Australian rare earths producer Lynas agreed to acquire Brazilian project holder Meteoric Resources for $674 million. 1 A contractor died at Codelco's Radomiro Tomic copper mine in Chile, prompting suspension of activities. 2 Goldman Sachs warned that a U.S. diesel export ban would hit Latin America hardest, with Mexico, Ecuador, Chile, and Peru relying on imports for up to 50% of consumption. 7
Why it matters
The Caldeira project in Brazil is the largest known ionic clay rare earth oxide resource outside China. 1 Mexico, Ecuador, Chile, and Peru depend on U.S. diesel imports for half their fuel consumption. 7
What to watch
Brazil's election may determine the country's economic orientation amid U.S.-China rivalry and debt pressures. 11 Argentina's political opposition seeks to restore land ownership restrictions after a Supreme Court ruling. 14
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