BHP hits a $4 billion nickel jackpot
The discovery of the Venus deposit could reshape the future profitability and direction of BHP's struggling Nickel West business.
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Rio’s Walsh feeling the pressure: S&P downgrades miner rate outlook over rising debt
The announcement pushes Rio's new CEO Sam Walsh to deliver on his promise of vast operating cost cuts, asset sales and reduced capital expenditure ahead of a possible collapse in iron ore prices.
Petra Diamonds increases profits, production
South Africa miner expects market to be stable throughout the year.
$1m diamond shoes first in the world
Forget the glass slippers, go for the diamond stilletos.
Potash prices expected to steady
China and India deals will spark the market back to life such that prices are unlikely to fall below current levels of $400 to $420 per tonne.
Diamonds dominate Academy Awards fashion
Celebrities glam it up with precious gems for the Oscars.
Retailer sells model US trillion-dollar coin
For just $9.95, someone can own a replica of the potential US currency.
A test of strength for gold
Ultimately, the key to gold is moderation.
Goldman beats up on gold
Amid big gains today for gold, Goldman announces a very bearish forecast.
