April 2, 2014

BHP bullish on coal demand, but says prices to remain weak

The mining giant believes demand for coal to keep growing over the next 20 years, driven mainly by China and India.

April 2, 2014

8.2 earthquake rattles Chile’s mining hub, ports

World prices for copper jumped as the quake in the world's No.1 producer raised supply concerns.

April 1, 2014

The how and when of Chinese stimulus

Don't hold your breath.

April 1, 2014

BHP spin-off plans met with skepticism

Especially the mooted $19 billion valuation.

April 1, 2014

BHP Billiton mulls spinning off non-core divisions into $18bn firm

The separate company would be listed on the London Stock Exchange, as well as the Australian and South African markets.

March 31, 2014

Chinese shadow banking and commodities

The story that commodities are at the centre of China’s shadow banking system has gained prominence in recent weeks.

March 31, 2014

Chinalco forced to halt Peru’s copper project over ongoing pollution

The ruling was sparked by inspections carried out from March 16 to March 20 that detected contaminants in adjacent lakes.

March 31, 2014

Mick Davis scores $3.75 billion to build new mining empire

The former Xstrata boss is already hunting for mining deals.

March 31, 2014

Former mining tycoon goes on trial over mafia gang in China

Liu Han is accused of running a criminal network to build his fortune.

March 30, 2014

Cuba approves new foreign investment law

But natural resource industry exempt.