Chinese miners eye Glencore Xstrata copper mine in Peru
The two firms weighing rival bids are said to be Chinalco Mining Corp International, a subsidiary of China's state-run aluminum group, and Hong Kong-listed MMG Ltd.
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More bad news for Barrick: Pascua Lama production delayed deep into 2015
The revised production start date will bring higher capital costs, bumping the project cost estimate up as high as $8.5 billion.
Wyoming releases new study on rare earth elements
Through the scientific study, the State Geological Survey has confirmed that rare earth elements occur across the state.
Three of Carlos Slim’s mines shut down by labour conflict
Two gold and silver mines, and one copper mine owned by the world's second richest man have shuttered their doors.
Coal of Africa to mothball South African Mooiplaats mine
The company cited unacceptable operational losses as the reason for the closure.
Coal mine gas explosion kills 10 in China
"China's mines are considered among the world's deadliest due to lax safety regulation, corruption and poor operating procedures."
Investors shift to diamonds after gold tumble
JPMorgan said exciting things are happening in the sector.
Traders catch iron ore price fall
Iron ore price recovers from one of its worst trading weeks in years.
Speculators dump Western Potash after Chinese deal disappoints
Stock is down 11% after $32 million injection from China fails to excite those hoping for a premium takeover.
