Chinese brokerages push for LME membership to expand global metals role
Only six of the exchange's more than 40 clearing members - firms that clear and settle trades - are Chinese.
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First Majestic wins permits for Santa Elena expansion in Mexico
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Alrosa unit suspends mining, transport operations for 3 months
Processing operations at Severalmaz will continue during the period, it said.
Metinvest seeks new investor for Italy’s landmark steel project
Metinvest had agreed to contribute more than €500 million, or 75% of the total equity, but is now seeking to reduce this to less than €300 million.
Savannah Resources eyes secondary listing as interest grows
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Congo in talks with private trainers for guard to protect mines
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Silver miner Sinda raises $323 million in US IPO, placement
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