April 14, 2014

Only US platinum, palladium producer on massive tear

Now a $2 billion stock, Stillwater Mining gaps higher again on Monday as South Africa-Russian supply picture darkens.

April 14, 2014

Anglo gives fresh signs it wants to offload platinum mines

CEO Mark Cutifani said the Rustenburg operations were no longer considered one of the company’s core assets.

April 11, 2014

The big palladium rally is finally under way

Palladium breaks through $800 to two-and-a-half year high as lease rates double and ETFs attract 270,000oz in two weeks.

April 7, 2014

Platinum, palladium prices tank

Defying all expectations of a continued rally, palladium lost 3% and platinum fell back to pre-strike levels on Monday.

April 6, 2014

Sibayne Gold may pick up SA platinum mines from distressed miners

What works well for gold may work for PGM, too.

April 2, 2014

Anglo American considers closing platinum mines in South Africa

The now three-month strike over pay in the country's platinum belt has forced Amplats to declare a force majeure on a long list of suppliers.

March 28, 2014

South Africa: Platinum, gold miners and workers are stuck – Nick Holland, Gold Fields

The real issue in South Africa is that there is a very big gap in incomes.

March 27, 2014

Rick Rule: 12 Pressing Questions on Precious Metals and Natural Resources

Rick has recently warned investors not to become too bullish too soon – there will be more pullbacks and sell-offs ahead.

March 27, 2014

Southern African miners at high risk of dying from tuberculosis — report

The frequency of TB among mineworkers is ten times higher than the level of a health emergency as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO).

March 26, 2014

Lonmin management told to take leave as platinum strike goes on

Earlier this month the company said it would not hit its sales guidance of 750,000 ounces of platinum annually, as it has already lost 90,000 ounces since the strike began.