April 25, 2013

The implications of the EU’s lifting sanctions on Syria’s oil

This is a de facto sidelining of the regime in power.

April 24, 2013

Gold price inches up on physical demand, weak German data

Gold is finding some stability above $1,400/oz.

April 23, 2013

Mongolia downgrade bolsters Turquoise Hill in Oyu Tolgoi talks

Rio Tinto's hand strengthened in bitter negotiations over future of TRQ's massive mine after S&P cites mining policy as a reason for country's credit downgrade.

April 23, 2013

New co-chairman expected to reverse Barrick’s ‘woeful’ performance

John Thornton is touted for "strategy" and "global perspective"

April 22, 2013

Weak yen means high energy costs for Japan

One negative consequence of Abenomics is the high cost of imports.

April 22, 2013

Gold rush in India, China as price plummets

Retailers in both countries report huge sales boosts as consumers flock to stores.

April 21, 2013

Accidents shut down coal mines in China, Russia

Gas explosion and roof collapse spur rescue efforts.

April 21, 2013

VIDEO: India plans new trading hub for rough diamonds

Country to increase competition with Dubai and Belgium.

April 20, 2013

Iraq-Jordanian $18bn pipeline: Reality or fantasy?

Agreement announced to construct a 1,043 mile-long new dual $18 billion pipeline to transport Iraqi crude oil and natural gas to Jordan.

April 19, 2013

Rio Tinto apologises to shareholders over Alcan

Rio Tinto CEO offers an honest review of the infamous Alcan deal.