August 16, 2016

World’s No. 1 miner BHP Billiton posts $6.4bn annual loss — its worst-ever

Not even counting the $7.7 billion in write-downs and charges, BHP’s underlying profit dropped by a painful 81% to $1.2 billion for the year to June.

August 12, 2016

$60 iron ore price see Australia, Brazil lose market share

Report shows higher ore prices have encouraged the likes of Iran, Russia and Mongolia to increase shipments to China at faster pace than dominant players.

August 11, 2016

This chart shows how tough mining conditions still are

Glencore's will continue to curtail production in zinc, copper and other metals – it's clear why.

August 11, 2016

CHARTS: Maybe India can ignite new commodity supercycle

Rapid, large-scale urbanization will see India's top three cities rival the combined economies of Vietnam, Philippines and Malaysia.

August 11, 2016

Here is why these mining and metals companies left the TSX

Experts blame increased number of mergers and acquisitions, but there’s more to it, study shows.

August 10, 2016

Ring of Fire promotional video draws ire

Bikinis.

August 10, 2016

Mount Polley and Samarco: What can we do to reduce the chances of another tailings disaster?

Recommendations regarding better site investigation procedures, and stricter adherence to tailings management procedures are obvious steps in the right direction.

August 9, 2016

Ontario Steel goes after US Steel Canada

U.S. Steel Canada —formerly known as Stelco — has been operating under bankruptcy protection since 2014.

August 8, 2016

Iron ore price soars past $61 per tonne to fresh 3-month high

Iron ore’s resilience in recent months has defied many analysts’ forecasts, as Beijing’s stimulus plans, restocking by Chinese steel mills and historically low port stockpiles have supported prices.

August 7, 2016

Vale looking to raise $10B through Chinese streaming deal

Vale (NYSE:VALE) is getting more creative in its debt-reduction plans, by bolstering cash flow through a metal streaming arrangement with Chinese companies.