Gold price: Physical demand from India, China craters
Study shows global surplus of gold jumped to highest since 2005 at the end of last year while worldwide jewellery fabrication is back at 1988 levels.
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Loopholes in Mali’s export tax regime make it a magnet for the illicit trade of gold in West Africa
Mali’s taxation practices applicable to gold exports have turned the country into West Africa’s illicit gold trading hub, Partnership Africa Canada said in a report published today.
Potash Corp profit down 70% on weaker prices, expects challenging year ahead
The firm anticipates “challenging market fundamentals” in the phosphate-fertilizer market, adding that it is currently assessing the value of some assets, which may lead to writedowns.
Copper takes some shine off Anglo American’s results
The miner reported broadly higher output in the fourth quarter across all divisions, except for copper, which suffered from lower grades and strikes.
Anglo’s Kumba Iron Ore just got a lot more attractive to potential buyers
The company, Africa's largest iron ore producer, expects profits to more than double this year on the back of higher iron ore prices and a weak rand.
The world’s 10 largest copper mining projects
INTERACTIVE MAP: Together reserves at the global top 10 copper mining projects are worth more than $360 billion.
Rare metal mining goes to new heights (and depths)
In the pursuit of gold and other rare metals, mining operators are beginning to explore far-flung sites — from the depths of our oceans to outer space.
Freeport shares plunge on Grasberg troubles
World's largest listed copper miner said Indonesian export ban will force it to slash spending and operate its giant Grasberg operations at 40% capacity.
Balmoral’s positive drill results lead to resource estimate target increase
Drilling at Balmoral Resources' Bug South gold deposit continues to return high-grade gold mineralization, leading one analyst to increase his estimated resource target at Martiniere.
