Jewellers are converting the remains of deceased loved ones into "unique" diamonds.
SWITZERLAND Mining News
Switzerland launches probe into refiner Argor for alleged Congo gold laundering
Swiss authorities to determine whether the firm knew the gold it handled in 2004 and 2005 came from a militia group in eastern Congo.
Swiss donate tax money from Glencore Xstrata to countries where firm accused of wrongdoing
Several villages are considering to follow Hedingen's example and give their tax money to charities.
Glencore Xstrata sues Jamaica-owned firm over alumina shipments
Commodities trader claims Jamaica firm won't send the alumina it still owes Glencore due to a new agreement with another firm.
Swiss National Bank losses $20bn due to falling gold prices
Despite the negative figure, it reported a profit of $6.2 billions for the first half of 2013.
Swiss to vote on whether their central bank can sell gold reserves
Initiative also seeks to force the bank to keep at least 20% of its assets in the metal.
New mercury treaty leaves artisanal gold miners in limbo
Artisanal gold mining, the largest source of global mercury pollution in small-scale operations, is the only source of income for as many as 15 million people in 70 countries, mostly poor ones.
The inner workings of Swiss refineries, where two thirds of global gold is processed
2013 set to be a flourishing year for Switzerland's secretive refineries
Vale will pay $232 million in taxes to Switzerland
Brazilian miner Vale SA (NYSE:VALE) said Wednesday its fourth-quarter results would suffer after the company decided to settle a case of alleged tax evasion with Swiss authorities.
Diamonds made from cremated Australian stolen while en route to grieving parents
A pair of diamonds made from the cremated ashes of a deceased Australian man have been stolen while en route to his grieving parents.
Xstrata, Glencore shareholders to vote on merger on November 20
On November 20, 2012 Glencore and Xstrata shareholders will attend a meeting, where they will vote on the merger of both companies. The transaction is valued at USD 37 billion.
Archduke Joseph diamond set to fetch $15 million at auction
The Archduke Joseph diamond, a storied gemstone weighing more than 76 carats, is expected to fetch over USD$15 million when auctioned by Christie's in Geneva this November.
Leading investors disappointed with Xstrata's takeover 'on the cheap'
Leading investors in Swiss commodities giant Xstrata (LSE:XSTA) have expressed their disappointment and frustration at the board's recommendation of a merger with Glencore (LSE:GLEN) for what they believe to be a takeover "on the cheap."
Glencore slammed with tax dodge accusations
Glencore (LSX:GLEN) has been accused of dodging millions of pounds in tax through the use of complex derivatives to artificially reduce profits.
Xstrata board endorses Glencore merger deal just shy of deadline
Xstrata's board will recommend the merger of the company with fellow Swiss commodities giant Glencore.
Ferrexpo: Analysts positive on iron ore producer's production figures
Brokers Collins Stewart and Evolution Securities were upbeat about iron ore producer Ferrexpo (LON:FXPO), which released production figures today.
The firm reported numbers for the second quarter of 2011 revealing that pellet production from its own ore had increased 6.9 percent compared to Q1.
Glencore to make last minute call on listing
LONDON - Uneasy markets mean Glencore is likely to put off a decision on whether to push ahead with its flotation until the last possible moment. Glencore has so far played a cagey game, raising […]
