May 8, 2014 INFOGRAPHIC: Gold – The eclipsing demand of the east This infographic, part three in our 2014 Gold Series, covers the rise of Asian demand for the yellow metal.
May 8, 2014 Miners’ time to rejoice: Rio Tinto hints at imminent end of downturn The head of the world’s second largest mining company, Sam Walsh, said he will soon stop focusing on cost cuts to centre on growth again.
May 8, 2014 Australia gives green light to new $15bn coal mine despite Barrier Reef qualms Adani Group's mine, designed to eventually produce 60 million tonnes of thermal coal a year, has been the focus of ongoing opposition.
May 8, 2014 Former BP boss is Glencore Xstrata’s new chairman Tony Hayward was ousted from the oil giant in 2010 following the Gulf of Mexico disaster — the vastest marine oil spill in history.
May 7, 2014 John Mauldin’s knock on the side of the head to world leaders The future will be decided in a race between global advances in demand for resources, complex technology and biotech innovation, and growing sovereign debt.
May 7, 2014 Newmont Mining may halt Indonesia operations The Indonesian government plans to increase export tax on copper concentrates to 35% by January 2015.
May 7, 2014 Fortescue Metals looks to expand markets beyond China Worries over an economic slowdown in the world's largest iron ore importer have contributed to the 21% drop of iron ore prices so far this year.
May 7, 2014 Enbridge earnings jump, braces for First Nations protest at shareholders meeting Coastal First Nations will take their battle against the firm's proposed Northern Gateway pipeline.
May 7, 2014 Resource rich countries lead global conflict and political violence index Levels of conflict and political violence have risen significantly in 48 countries, most of them considered traditional mining destinations.
May 6, 2014 Funding still an issue for miners, especially juniors: report While the mining industry seems to be on its way up, cash-strapped juniors continue to struggle.
Iron ore price nears best close since November on year-end metal rally The steelmaking ingredient advanced for a third straight session in Singapore, climbing nearly 1.8% to as much as $106.55 a ton in intraday trading. December 29, 2025 | 07:51 am
