Gold futures decline as US jobs data eases concerns on economy
The job figures may give some comfort to markets after a string of weaker-than-expected data had boosted demand for gold as a haven this week.
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Alrosa finds Matryoshka-style stone, the first in diamond mining history
According to scientists, the diamond may be over 800 million years old.
Vale considers making low-emission iron if gas prices fall
Brazil is in the midst of overhauling its natural gas sector.
Codelco agrees copper premium at $98/T for Europe, flat from 2019
The premiums set by Chile's Codelco for physical delivery of copper to be paid over the LME benchmark are seen as a benchmark for global contracts.
Platinum mining giant Sibanye-Stillwater begins business overhaul
The miner is creating a new company to be listed in South Africa and the US, which will have recent acquisitions incorporated as subsidiaries.
Lithium Australia successful at building lithium-ferro-phosphate batteries
Lithium phosphate from spent lithium-ion batteries is being used to create high-quality cathode material.
Central African Republic diamond houses obliged to export $3m per quarter
The Central African Republic launched a full overhaul of the country’s alluvial diamond mining sector.
Zimbabwe accuses US of lying about diamond-mining forced labour
Zimbabwe, suffering its worst economic crisis since 2008, is desperate to end sanctions imposed by the U.S. and the European Union on politicians and state companies.
Gem Diamonds mining lease for Letšeng renewed for 10 years
Royalty payable for the diamonds sold was increased to 10% from 8%.
