February 26, 2013

BHP hits a $4 billion nickel jackpot

The discovery of the Venus deposit could reshape the future profitability and direction of BHP's struggling Nickel West business.

February 15, 2013

The worst mining deal ever: Rio Tinto buying Alcan for $38.1B

Rio Tinto paid a 65% premium.

February 14, 2013

Rio Tinto smashed by largest ever loss, new CEO vows cuts

The mining giant provided investors with a sour Valentine’s treat as it posted a $3 billion loss, its first ever full-year loss.

January 28, 2013

China seeks to expand into Iranian mining sector

A senior Chinese official has flagged Beijing's strong interest in Iranian resources.

January 23, 2013

BHP axes coal costs, fuels aluminum writedown speculation

In its half-year production update, BHP highlighted challenges faced by its aluminum and nickel businesses.

January 17, 2013

Poor decisions force Rio Tinto’s CEO departure, leaves the group with $14bn charge

The giant miner will take about $14 billion of writedowns for failed deals in aluminum and coal led by Tom Albanese.

January 9, 2013

Alcoa opens Q4 earnings season on a positive note

Company expects aluminum demand to increase 7% this year

January 7, 2013

Exploration must eradicate poverty in India

Natural resources are underutilized and could provide more opportunities

December 26, 2012

Ten amazing metal stories from 2012

From silver-lined prophylactics to iron Buddhas from space, 2012 has seen some strange and fascinating stories on the topics of both base and precious metals

December 21, 2012

EU regulators drop Rio Tinto Alcan antitrust case

Regulators dropped their probe into Rio Tinto Alcan on Thursday, saying they were satisfied with commitments made by the firm to ensure it does not favour subsidiaries when purchasing supplies.