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Although gold has a bigger reputation today as a monetary metal, it was often deemed too valuable for everyday transactions throughout history.
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Gold price dips below $1,200
But US payrolls number on Friday could turn out to be bullish if Fed falls behind the curve.
Goldcorp partners with IBM to hunt for exploration targets at Red Lake
Goldcorp (NYSE:GG,TSX:G) is teaming up with one of the world's largest computer companies to help if find more gold at its storied Red Lake mine in Ontario.
Scientists show lasers can detect weapons-grade uranium from a distance
Researchers in the United States may have made a breakthrough in the quest to discern between uranium used for power generation and material that is being made into nuclear weapons.
Dieselgate hasn’t hurt platinum price
Strong ETF inflows, rising autocatalyst demand despite Volkswagen emission scandal combined with falling mine supply to boost platinum price says new study.
Exhibition of Diavik-mined giant, uncut Foxfire diamond extended
The 187.6-carat rare stone will remain on display until April at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C..
China leaves size, timing of coal output restrictions to local authorities
Beijing will adopt more market-friendly measures in the sector and other oversupplied industries.
Rio Tinto chairman Jan du Plessis steps down, set to lead BT
He joins a growing list of chairmen who are leaving some of the world's' top mining companies, including BHP Billiton and Anglo American.
Why commodities could be on the verge of a massive surge
After finishing 2016 up 25 percent, commodities are getting another boost from bullish investors.