November 7, 2013

Vale profit more than doubles in Q3

Boosted by higher iron ore prices, profits for the world's second-largest mining company jumped by 114%.

November 6, 2013

Brazil’s Batista embarrassment

Brazil's ruling socialist government casts aside its former "pet entrepreneur".

November 6, 2013

Value of Aussie iron ore miners up $65bn this year

Thanks to an unexpected price increase for the steel-making material.

November 6, 2013

Simandou bribery probe coming to a head

Beny Steinmetz Group's mining arm summoned to December hearings as part of probe into licences for Guinea's vast iron ore deposits.

November 6, 2013

Aurizon’s rail plans could open mining in Pilbara

At present, rail in the Pilbara is owned by Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue.

November 5, 2013

Anglo American’s Kumba, ArcelorMittal reach iron ore supply deal

The deal, effective Jan. 1, marks the end of all existing legal battles between the two companies.

November 5, 2013

US regulators try again on commodities trading limits

CTFC is proposing revised rules limiting positions.

November 5, 2013

Iron ore price starts November with a bang

Iron ore price is up 3% over two sessions as global steel output picks up pace.

November 4, 2013

Australia’s mining slowdown will set off ‘wave of consolidation’

New report predicts Australian mining sector growth to fall sharply through 2017 and pressure of weakening mineral prices will spark industry consolidation.

November 4, 2013

China moves toward new stage of mining sector openness

"When the Chinese government says they are going to do something, it can really be done quickly."