September 24, 2014

BHP to go ahead with London-listing of demerged $15bn firm

New company would still have its primary listing in Australia, with secondary listings in South Africa and the UK.

September 24, 2014

China’s iron ore imports to fall in September — report

Shanghai Metals Market warns slim profits and continuous declines in steel prices have dampened Chinese mills’ appetite for iron ore.

September 24, 2014

Australia’s housing boom offsets collapse in mining jobs

Is the transition complete?

September 24, 2014

Low metal prices put chill on global mineral exploration

Fresh data suggests it is still too early to celebrate a recovery in the sector.

September 23, 2014

BHP-Mitsubishi axing 700 coal mining jobs

Companies said over-staffing in the current environment was threatening the viability of their Australian operations.

September 18, 2014

What will Ivan buy next? Take 2

"All that's required is to hand the world’s best mining assets to the world’s best management."

September 17, 2014

Australia govt forecast: Iron ore price below $100 for 5 years

Iron ore will recover to above $90 a tonne over the medium term, but dips to low $70s not ruled out.

September 16, 2014

Iron ore rally turning into dead cat bounce

After 4% surge on Monday, benchmark prices resume slide.

September 15, 2014

What will Ivan buy next?

A GlenTinto is not as far-fetched as it sounds.

September 15, 2014

Iron ore price in stunning turnaround

Up nearly 4% on Monday; rallying after weeks of intense selling.