Half a trillion dollars wiped off central banks gold reserves since 2011
Gold prices have dropped 18.5% so far this year.
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Blow to copper, miners: IMF trims global growth forecast
Copper dropped over 3% on Wednesday after worries about economic growth and metals demand were reinforced by the International Monetary Fund's report.
BHP keeps production guidance despite falling prices and bad weather
Harsh weather during the first three months of 2013 wasn't enough to knock the mining giant off course.
South African mining industry lost $1.5bn last year
Labour disputes also affected the country's gross domestic product and credit rating.
Rio Tinto coal mine extension turned down in Australia
Court cites environmental and social concerns for overruling approval.
South Africa’s Exxaro to mine iron ore in the Congo
The company forecasts an output of 2 million tonnes by next year.
INFOGRAPHIC: Electrical Safety in Mining
Learn about the prevalence of electrical accidents at mine sites and electrical safety in mining.
Credit stress test of gold miners makes grim reading
Barrick already at risk of a downgrade at today's gold price, but at $1,200 the world's largest gold producer faces junk status.
How one short seller’s ‘shock & awe’ crushed gold with a 400 tonne trade
"It is a question of who has got the biggest guns - the shorts have made their play - let's see if there is any response from the longs."
