February 15, 2013 The worst mining deal ever: Rio Tinto buying Alcan for $38.1B Rio Tinto paid a 65% premium.
February 15, 2013 China, Ghana gold production spike, others fall The top 10 gold producing countries mined out 1,799 tonnes of the precious metal which is 2% more than in 2011.
February 14, 2013 Moody’s issues water warning to miners Scarcity puts pressure on capex and raises operational risks.
February 14, 2013 Rio Tinto smashed by largest ever loss, new CEO vows cuts The mining giant provided investors with a sour Valentine’s treat as it posted a $3 billion loss, its first ever full-year loss.
February 12, 2013 Russia could overtake Australia, China and US in gold production by 2015 Russia may become world's no. 3 gold miner.
February 10, 2013 Diamond jobs are not forever: Rio axes 350 at Argyle Expansion at the home of pink gems cut back.
February 8, 2013 Windfall tax on Aussie miners falls flat $130 million over the first 6 months versus $2 billion target for the year.
February 8, 2013 Areva looking for a huge uranium deposit in Sweden French company partners with Australia's Aura Energy to explore the Haggan Project.
February 8, 2013 Australia’s uranium industry hits turbulence Despite some troubling developments at Australia’s largest uranium projects, some positive actions at existing mines could potentially offset current concerns.
February 8, 2013 Diverse market reactions to Newcrest profit slump The company's shares jumped up in Sydney, while plummeting at the Toronto Stock Exchange this morning.
China’s Baowu takes control of Simandou iron ore operator The company raised its stake in the Winning Consortium to 51% from 49%. January 30, 2026 | 10:05 am
