January 7, 2014

As Bitcoin became more popular, these countries became more suspicious

Several countries and their central banks have officially warned people about the risks associated with Bitcoin. Some, like China, have gone a step further, introducing laws to control it.

January 7, 2014

Gold stocks: What to expect in the new year

After three years of pain, can gold stocks break their losing streak and see a gain in 2014? History says chances are good.

January 7, 2014

Zinc or swim: Do base metals have a future?

As the large zinc mines shut down, the juniors are stepping forward to meet growing demand for the industrial staple.

January 7, 2014

Iron ore staging strong comeback in 2014

Two of the top iron ore produces, Australia and Brazil, are set to benefit from soaring exports registered by the end of 2013.

January 6, 2014

China consolidates REE industry

China's largest rare earths producer has bought nine regional mining companies.

January 5, 2014

Deadly weekend at China’s coal mines

Four people died over the weekend in two different coal mine explosions in Central and southwest China.

January 5, 2014

Mining in Canada’s B.C. remains strong, but facing labour, indigenous issues

B.C. saw several projects expand, as well as new mines to begin construction, which drove job creation. But mining also faced opposition and labour shortage.

January 4, 2014

Doug Casey: We’re really close to the edge of the precipice

Doug Casey talks about wealth, gold, Bitcoin and the mining business.

January 3, 2014

Dr Doom lifts mining gloom

Predictions of a hard landing in China will not pan out and global emerging market growth will accelerate in 2014 lifting demand for metals and minerals.

January 3, 2014

2014 gold price rally builds against record bearish bets

Gold jumped again on Friday and with shorts climbing to a record 8,3m ounces any sustained rally will spark a scramble by hedge funds to cover their positions.