March 21, 2018

Argo Gold sells Rockstar property in Ontario

The Toronto-based company has agreed to sell its 100% interest in 16 unpatented mining claims comprising Rockstar.

March 21, 2018

In India, digital gold sellers hope trickle will become a rush

A digital revolution is reshaping India's $34 billion gold market, with smartphones, e-wallets and flexible investment schemes drawing new buyers into a business dominated by traditional, face-to-face transactions.

March 21, 2018

Indonesia’s Inalum expects to line up Freeport sale bank financing soon

Indonesia's state mining holding company expects to reach an agreement soon on bank financing to buy a controlling stake in the local unit of Freeport McMoran Inc.

March 20, 2018

Congo set to overtake US as world no 4 copper producer

DRC's resolve to overhaul mining code shouldn't have surprised the industry – Kinshasa's become too important to global supply for companies to pull sticks.

March 20, 2018

Please introduce yourself, Mr. Powell. Gold awaits you

There is a risk that the Fed’s forecast will be more aggressive, but the fears of a hawkish revolution may be a bit overblown.

March 20, 2018

South Africa black ownership to roll out in May

Newly appointed Minister of Mineral Resources Gwede Mantashe said the key to regain investors and miners confidence in the South Africa’s mining sector was to finalize revised plans for black…

March 20, 2018

B2Gold says Mali’s new code won’t affect its Fekola mine

The Canadian miner says any contemplated amendments in a new mining code will not apply to Fekola without its consent.

March 20, 2018

Russia’s top gold miner wants to become global player in antimony market

Polyus aims for up to 15% of global market od antimony, a metal used primarily in fire retardants and batteries.

March 19, 2018

Marijuana is the new gold as former Canada miners go to pot

Turns out, it may be easier to strike gold by growing green.

March 19, 2018

Swiss seize bank accounts amid probe linked to Rio Tinto Mongolia mine

The Swiss attorney general’s office launched its probe in 2016, court documents show.