February 11, 2012

Better times ahead: Mining industry driving Nevada jobs recovery

The mining industry in Nevada is becoming a catalyst for an employment revival.

February 9, 2012

Peel Mining Limited (ASX:PEX) Mallee Bull Returns More High-Grade Copper

Perth-based explorer Peel Mining Limited (ASX:PEX.AX - News) is pleased to report that follow-up RC/diamond drilling at the Mallee Bull prospect (previously known as 4-Mile), part of its 100%-owned May…

February 9, 2012

Silvercorp forecasts 20% increase in silver production for fiscal year 2013

Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX:SVM)(NYSE:SVM) today released production guidance for fiscal year ending March 31, 2013.

February 8, 2012

Silvercorp reports revenue of $61.9 million and operating cash flow of $31.6 million in the 3rd quarter of fiscal 2012

Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX:SVM)(NYSE:SVM) today reported its unaudited financial and operating results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2011 ("Q3 2012"). The following financial results…

February 8, 2012

Peru no longer the second major silver producer — Minister

Peru's Mines and Energy Ministry (MEM) reported a drop in the 2011 production of the country’s major export metals, including silver, copper, gold, lead, tin and zinc. Silver production fell…

February 8, 2012

Dia Bras Exploration Approves its Largest Exploration Budget Programme at the Yauricocha Mine in Peru

Dia Bras Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE:DIB) ("Dia Bras") (the "Company") is pleased to announce its expanded 2012 exploration programme at the Yauricocha mine in Peru. TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 8,…

February 7, 2012

Bubbles come, bubbles go

Most money is made during the latest phases of any bubble, as price goes nearly vertical.

February 5, 2012

Which way now for precious metals?

After marching steadily higher early in the week, gold and silver saw their biggest one-day losses in more than a month on Friday as hopes for more Fed money printing…

February 4, 2012

Shareholders sue Hecla Mining Co. after Lucky Friday Mine shut down

Some shareholders have sued Hecla Mining Co. for stock losses they endured after the federal government shut down the Lucky Friday Mine for safety violations.

February 2, 2012

Orex Minerals Inc. and Fresnillo Plc Sign Association Agreement to Explore Coneto Gold-Silver Project in Durango, Mexico

Orex Minerals Inc. (TSX VENTURE:REX) ("Orex") is pleased to announce that it has signed a definitive Association Agreement with Fresnillo Plc (LSE:FRES) ("Fresnillo") to explore and develop as one large…