Fortescue eyes Liberia opportunities but says no deals signed
Andrew Forrest, the billionaire founder of the world’s No. 4 iron ore exporter, attended meetings with President George Weah.
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Three French soldiers killed by toxic fumes in Guyana illegal mine operation
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Indonesia will enforce 2022 ban on raw mineral ore exports
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Epiroc expects demand to stay robust after Q2 profit beat
Epiroc said its operating profit rose to 2.26 billion Swedish crowns ($241 million) in the second quarter.
Iron ore market regains composure, futures curve may be too pricey
Says columnist Clyde Russell.