January 4, 2018

China’s steel futures fall as snow to curtail construction demand

Cold weather is expected to hit regions across China in the coming week, bringing snow and rain that may cause disruptions at construction sites, one of the biggest consumers of…

January 3, 2018

Nickel prices will continue to fall: BMI

Increased supply from Indonesia and subdued demand from China are the main drivers behind the downward trend.

January 2, 2018

Freeport Indonesia’s mining permit extended until June

The permit was issued to allow the miner to continue exporting copper concentrate while company representatives and government officials go on with the discussions around Freeport’s future operations.

January 2, 2018

Mining in 2018: Copper price to power on

Markets where technology hasn’t substantially shortened the supply cycle and where cost are rising (ie copper) have the greatest long-term upside in prices

January 2, 2018

Gold’s best run since 2011 exposes `global complacency’ on rates

Bullion for immediate delivery advanced 0.9 percent to $1,315.08 an ounce at 2:15 p.m. in New York, according to Bloomberg generic pricing.

January 2, 2018

The EU starts to lead the Kimberley Process

Even though the system has received criticisms, its 54 participants seem committed to making it work.

January 2, 2018

India gold imports surge 67 pct in 2017 on restocking, retail demand

The rebound in purchases by India could support global prices, which are already near their highest levels in three months.

January 1, 2018

Moroccans continue to protest against the “mines of death”

Protesters met with authorities but no agreements were reached, so rallies are set to continue.

January 1, 2018

India’s Singareni Collieries wants to produce 85 million tonnes of coal per year

The state-owned company plans to open up 12 new mines.

January 1, 2018

Gold ions open the way for energy efficient devices

Japanese scientists want to determine the needed components to design batteries with less volatility and flammability.