January 29, 2013

International Minerals reports production results from Pallancata mine for quarter ended December 31, 2012 and full calendar year 2012

In the current quarter, the Pallancata Mine produced approximately 1.9 million ounces of silver (2011: 2.3 million ounces) and 7,402 ounces of gold (2011: 8,304 ounces).

January 29, 2013

Mineral exploration expands by 47% in BC

The province plans to spend $7 million to increase jobs, competitiveness, reduce backlog and create a more efficient permit process.

January 28, 2013

The world according to Doug Casey

Economist considers speculation in gold and silver junior miners and holding physical gold among the correct moves investors can make to protect themselves in a market headed for disaster.

January 28, 2013

Mining in Canada’s North expected to nearly double by 2020: report

Stakeholders must address matters of infrastructure, regulatory uncertainty, skills shortages and Aboriginal rights.

January 28, 2013

Precious metals and miners make waves and new trends

The precious metals sector has been dormant since both gold and silver topped in 2011. But the long term bull market remains […]

January 27, 2013

Repeat of 70s commodities super-cycle will lift precious metals: Rule

Sprott USA CEO says smart money will continue to flee from fiat currencies into precious metal as economic turmoil and inflation persist

January 26, 2013

Antique silver dollar auctioned for record-breaking sum

A US silver dollar coin minted which may have been handled by George Washington and Thomas Jefferson has been sold by a California auction house for the record-breaking sum of…

January 24, 2013

Hochschild says Argentina is key for its silver and gold plans

Despite the economic and political issues affecting Argentina’s stability, the miner said it "has faith" in the country's potential.

January 24, 2013

Royal Canadian Mint hits silver supply shortage, limits dealer allocation

Both dealers and wholesalers are reporting the supply of maple leaf silver coins is now weeks backlogged.

January 23, 2013

Mexico’s Fresnillo silver production and grades dropped in 2012

The world's largest primary silver producer reported a slight fall in production for 2012.