Gold-backed ETFs up on stock volatility in November Gold-backed ETFs registered inflows in all the world's major regions in November, as volatile stock markets fueled flight-to-safety buying. Reuters | December 6, 2018 | 12:21 pm
Brazil to auction 20,000 mining areas in first half 2019 The agency is creating a system to carry out the auction electronically, Reuters | December 6, 2018 | 10:50 am
Malaysian uncertainties complicate Aussie miner Lynas’ growth plans Lynas $800 million plant on the east coast Malaysia began operations in 2012 after long delays caused by legal challenges and environmental disputes. Reuters | December 6, 2018 | 10:29 am
International Lithium estimates 25-year mine life at Mariana JV with new study The project, located in Salta, Argentina, could produce 10,000 tonnes lithium carbonate equivalent per year over a 25 year mine life. Northern Miner Staff | December 6, 2018 | 10:03 am
Losing licence to operate new and biggest threat to miners — EY Mining companies across the globe now consider the risk of losing their licence to operate as the biggest risk to their businesses in the next two years Cecilia Jamasmie | December 6, 2018 | 9:54 am
Government rejects Sierra Metals’ tailings EIA for Yauricocha expansion Sierra Metals has 15 business days to provide a re-evaluation to the authorities to initiate a review process. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | December 6, 2018 | 9:45 am
Vale says recent dip in global steel prices is temporary Global capacity utilisation in the steel sector has risen to 76% this year from 73% last year, indicating excess capacity in the sector is shrinking. Reuters | December 6, 2018 | 9:31 am
McEwen Mining making plans $20m exploration on Timmins properties The company will offer approximately 6.0 million flow-through shares priced at $3.02 each. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | December 6, 2018 | 9:26 am
Newmont says 2019 gold production at mid-point of previous outlook The Colorado-based miner sees 2019 output at 5.2 million ounces of gold, from an earlier forecast range of 4.9 million ounces to 5.4 million ounces. Reuters | December 6, 2018 | 9:14 am