February 12, 2013

Glencore-Xstrata post poor key metals output

The miners joint production numbers released by Glencore revealed a decline in output across key metals such as coal and copper.

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.