February 9, 2013 Chinese bank calls $1.6 trillion local government debt a timebomb "Impulsive" newly elected local governments over-invest in large infrastructure projects in China. Like this 42km long bridge.
February 8, 2013 Japan commences rare earth extraction in the Caribbean Nippon Light Metals has commenced the extraction of rare earth minerals found in red bauxite mud in Jamaica's Hope Gardens, St. Andrew.
February 7, 2013 Fresh blow to Nat Rothschild in Indonesian coal boardroom brawl Advisory firm tells shareholder to vote against some of his proposals.
February 7, 2013 Uranium supply threatened by force majeur in Kazakhstan and Niger Uranium supply in key producers Kazakhstan and Nigeria could be severely impeded by weather problems and political turmoil.
February 7, 2013 Glencore could be looking at First Quantum takeover Glasenberg is known as a voracious dealmaker and is said to prefer acquisitions over organic growth.
February 5, 2013 Kazakhstan reinforcing its leadership in the global uranium race Kazakhstan continues to lead the world in uranium production.
February 5, 2013 Global mining industry faces unprecedented threats: report Resource nationalism, poor infrastructure that hinders development and supply chain disruptions are some of the biggest risks the global mining sector will face this year.
February 5, 2013 Gold and silver to surge on Asian demand: Leeb Renowned investment expert Stephen Leeb says gold and silver are set to embark upon "the greatest bull market people will ever see in their lifetimes" amidst an industrial squeeze and…
February 4, 2013 President: “Time has come for Mongolia to take Oyu Tolgoi matters into its own hands” Mongolian president Elbegdorj delivers stinging rebuke to 'irresponsible' Rio over Oyu Tolgoi's runaway costs of $24bn.
February 3, 2013 Jumping exports give silver impetus in India To gold starved Indian consumers, silver has taken on a brighter hue at home, but it remains the silver export sector that […]
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am