James Cooper details the last-minute bid from BHP to acquire Anglo. And what it reveals about the commodity cycle as we head into 2026.]
Flight to Safety: Junior Mining Stocks
Geologist, James Cooper, outlines the case for small-cap miners, describing them as a contrarian play with potentially stronger long-term prospects over index-hugging blue chips.
Geology for Investors: Is Going Deep Worth It?
In James Cooper’s final edition about ‘geology for investors, ’ he reveals whether deep exploration hits are worth your time.
Commodities: Have We Reached the Peak in this Cycle?
As AI capitulates, so are resource stocks. Former geologist James Cooper reveals what this could mean for the future of commodity markets.
Why ‘One-Hit Wonder’ Explorers Will Burn Your Money: The Repeatability Test
In James Cooper’s ongoing series about ‘geology for investors, ’ he details why grades aren’t the only factor in exploration success.
The Big Dig Returns
Decades of underinvestment mirror past commodity booms. As geopolitical tensions and supply constraints intensify, Australia’s next “Big Dig” supercycle emerges—echoing the 1970s and China’s 2000s infrastructure surge.
Why That ‘Screaming Gold Hit’ Probably Won’t Make You Rich
Geologist James Cooper continues his special series on ‘geology for investors,’ focusing on ‘The Big Three.’ What every mining investor must know about Grade, Depth, and Width.
Geology for Investors: A Focus on the BIG THREE, Grade, Depth, and Width
Geologist James Cooper continues his special series on ‘geology for investors,’ focusing on ‘The Big Three.’ What every mining investor must know about Grade, Depth, and Width.
Aging Infrastructure, Rising Risks: The Real Copper Crisis
From Indonesia’s Grasberg mudslide to Chile’s El Teniente collapse, 2025 has witnessed unprecedented copper mine disasters. Aging infrastructure and deeper operations are creating a supply crisis that will only worsen.
Argentina: A Hotbed for Copper Discovery
Geologist James Cooper details why Argentina is emerging as the next major copper province. Same geology as Chile, but barely explored.