August 3, 2016

Rio cautious on outlook as earnings halve

"The global economy seems stuck in a subdued low-productivity growth pattern," says world's number two miner after reporting lowest earnings in 12 years.

August 2, 2016

Simandou shelving great for Rio, rivals

$20 billion West African iron ore mega-project had the potential to lower long-term iron ore price by $5 per tonne according to new report.

August 2, 2016

Australia cashes in on bauxite boom, fuelled by Chinese demand

Bauxite miners ride the wave as China steps up aluminum production.

August 2, 2016

Crowdfunding in the mining sector: will the UK be next to join this trend?

The concept has been around for some time in various fields, including new technology, entertainment and media, and has been relatively successful. As a result, some mining companies have decided…

July 31, 2016

Leadership matters: Interview with ex-Rio Tinto head Sam Walsh

I expect that the Mining Industry will look very different in 20 years.

July 29, 2016

Flinders enters into loan agreement with PIO Mines Pty Limited

The loan agreement will assist Flinders in meeting its short term capital requirements.

July 29, 2016

Anglo American declines merger offer from Vedanta

Vedanta Resources’ chairman Anil Agarwal allegedly approached Anglo in several opportunities earlier this year to discuss potential tie-ups.

July 28, 2016

This deal will make Newmont the world’s top gold miner

Barrick's off-loading half of the Kalgoorlie Super Pit and Newmont, its partner and operator of the iconic Aussie mine, would be the natural buyer.

July 28, 2016

Anglo American narrows debt despite posting steep first-half loss

The miner said its turnaround plan was “on track” as it slashed debt and beat earnings forecasts in the first half of the year.

July 28, 2016

Iron ore breaks the $60 per tonne barrier, extending week’s rally to 9%

With this jump, the commodity's gains are close to 9% for the week and almost 40% so far this year.