Need junk? Scrap-metal dealers hunting users after China ban In early May, China implemented a 30-day ban on all scrap-copper imports, part of wider limits on all sorts of imported waste. Bloomberg News | May 31, 2018 | 10:21 am
From chopping block to ‘core,’ Anglo fires up met coal engine Anglo American Plc is set to boost metallurgical coal capacity at a mine complex in Australia by 25 percent. Bloomberg News | May 31, 2018 | 10:04 am
US allies hit back at Washington’s steel, aluminum tariffs The US on Thursday said it will impose tariffs on aluminum and steel imports from Canada, Mexico and the EU, reigniting fears of a global trade war. Reuters | May 31, 2018 | 9:30 am
Mongolia listing boosts investors confidence in Erdene Resource The Halifax, Nova Scotia-based miner also said it had launched an offering of common shares to Mongolian residents, as well as a concurrent non-brokered private placement, which in combination are expected to raise up to $4.4 million. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 31, 2018 | 6:55 am
Kyrgyz Republic former PM who signed deal with Centerra charged with corruption It’s rumoured that Sapar Isakov's charges may put a pact ending long-dragged disputes between the Asian country and the Canadian miner in jeopardy. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 31, 2018 | 3:52 am
Emeralds and rubies producer Fura Gems changes look The company, which began operations a year ago, said the move seeks to strengthen its communication with key stake holders and consumers. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 31, 2018 | 3:00 am
Ghana gold miners say welcome new government export tests Gold mining giants in Ghana such as Newmont, Gold Fields and AngloGold Ashanti welcome new government tests to certify the value of their exports. Reuters | May 30, 2018 | 3:23 pm
Canada’s Bear Creek prepares IPO in Peru to finance silver mine Bear Creek would also consider selling a stake in the $550m Corani project in southern Peru to help pay for the project. Reuters | May 30, 2018 | 1:06 pm
Top gold stock shows cash obsession is what investors want Buenaventura’s U.S. shares have surged 63 percent in the past two years, the most among peers. Bloomberg News | May 30, 2018 | 10:04 am