Gold price homes in on new record high
Gold advanced to near-record levels on Friday as investors weighed US economic data and uncertainty around the Federal Reserve’s future.
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China copper smelters see decade-high profits despite challenges
The global copper industry has been facing cut-throat competition with too many firms bidding for not enough ore.
Copper price rises on US growth and China recovery signs
The US economy expanded at a 3.3% annualized pace in Q2.
Arctic town seeks Swedish state help with relocation due to mine
Kiruna has won fame for being moved in its entirety — a process started in 2004 — to accommodate the growth of the state-owned LKAB’s mine.
Cameco flags 2025 production hit amid McArthur River mine transition delays
Production from the McArthur River/Key Lake operation is now anticipated to be between 14 million and 15 million lb., the company said.
Scorpio Gold gets $5.8M investment from Beaty, Sprott
The proceeds will be used for exploration and development activities at the company's Manhattan property in Nevada.
Burkina Faso’s nationalization rattles West Africa’s gold sector
Government requested West African Resources to acquire another 35% of its Kiaka gold project, forcing the miner into a trading halt.
Column: A quiet revolution is unfolding in the mining sector
Ore grades at existing copper mines are steadily falling, big new discoveries are becoming rarer and development times can stretch up to a decade.
Copper boom helps drive Zambia’s world-beating stock gains
Zambia’s main stock index is the top gainer globally in August.