Ivanhoe Gains Strong Position in Congo Acid Market, a Key Copper Byproduct

Published: Apr 16, 2026 09:35

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Ivanhoe Mines is capitalizing on strong sulphuric acid demand in the DRC, where supply shortages linked to geopolitical disruptions have pushed prices higher, turning a copper byproduct into a key profit driver.

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