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Acquisition and disposals (Detail) | 6 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023
La Granja | First Quantum Minerals ("First Quantum") |
Disclosure Of Acquisitions And Disposals [Line Items] |
Percent of ownership interest in exploration and evaluation assets, sold | 55.00%
Meridian Minera Limitada | Agua De La Falda |
Disclosure Of Acquisitions And Disposals [Line Items] |
Percentage of voting equity interests acquired | 57.70%
Giampaolo Group | Matalco Canada Inc. |
Disclosure Of Acquisitions And Disposals [Line Items] |
Percentage of ownership interest in joint venture acquired | 50.00%

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