Sinking metals and energy lead Canada’s exports decline
Imports of metal and non-metallic mineral products, on the other hand, increased 6.8% to $3.7 billion in November.
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Greece wants Eldorado Gold’s Hellas mine to dig it out of financial ruin
Despite ongoing opposition, Canada’s Eldorado Gold Inc. is gearing up to start production at its 95%-owned Hellas Gold Mine in Greece, as authorities reportedly have woken up to the potential of the country’s mining industry.
SEC under attack for approving JPMorgan’s copper ETF
The move is likely to delay the launch of JPMorgan's new investment product, first publicly proposed in October 2010.
Cache of gold, silver and bronze jewellery unearthed in Ukraine
The 2,000-year-old treasure could be worth millions.
First round to First Quantum
Inmet's largest shareholder in favour of a deal.
INFOGRAPHIC: A crash course in equity financing for the mining sector
Learn the ins and outs of equity financing and private placements for the mining industry in one simple infographic.
South African miners better find business somewhere else: report
But companies do not need to go too far, say experts, as there are plenty of opportunities inside Africa.
Mining projects worth $7.5bn delayed by Peru’s environmental authorities
More than half of the total reports submitted in early 2012 are still under evaluation.
Wanted: Colonists to build first human settlement on Mars
While 2012 marked the year of several outer-space mining projects, 2013 is shaping up as the era of human colonization on nearby planets.
US oil imports will drop to a quarter-century low in 2014
Energy Information Administration's prediction based on growth of hydraulic fracturing in states like North Dakota and Texas.
Wheaton lands $4.3B BHP silver stream, enters Australia
Major deals in Peru and Australia expand production reach and secure long-term precious metals supply streams.