Latin America Mining Sector Report 2025-2026

Latin America remains an important element of global mineral markets, underpinned by its abundant natural resources and relatively low domestic consumption. From Chile's and Peru's copper to Brazil's iron ore and niobium, and Mexico's precious metals to Colombia's coal and Argentina's lithium, the region plays a pivotal role in global mineral production. According to the Mineral Commodities Summary published by the United States Geological Service (USGS) in March 2025, Latin America holds the world's largest reserves of copper, lithium, silver, and niobium, along with substantial deposits of tin, lead, zinc, iron ore, and gold.

This report provides a complete and detailed analysis of the "Metals mining" sector for South America. EMIS Insights presents in-depth business intelligence in a standard format across countries and regions, providing a balanced mix between analysis and data.

What this report allows you to do:

• Understand the key elements at play in the "Metals mining" sector in South America
• Crystallise the forces both driving and restraining this sector in South America
• Ascertain South America’s position in the global sector
• Build a complete perspective on sector trade, investment and employment
• Understand the competitive landscape and who the major players are
• View M&A activity and major deals
• Gain an understanding of the regulatory environment for the sector in South America.
• Build a clear picture of trends, output and consumption for specific sub-sectors