August 7, 2012 Barrick pursuing acquisitions despite operations and projects review Barrick Gold, the world’s largest producer of the precious metal, said it would continue to pursue acquisition opportunities despite the full review of its operations.
August 7, 2012 Xstrata to create world’s biggest zinc mine Xstrata has approved a $360 million expansion for its McArthur River mine in Australia’s Northern Territory which will make the project the largest producer of zinc in the world.
August 7, 2012 AngloGold Ashanti’s Latin America profit plunges 52% AngloGold Ashanti's, the world’s third-largest gold producer, reported that profits from its Latin American operations dropped 52% from $92 million to $48 in the second quarter of this year.
August 5, 2012 Coins worth much more than just the gold they contain While the Perth Mint produces some products that are a favourite with investors who just want gold exposure only, the mint wants you to know that it has produced some…
August 5, 2012 Call to withhold funds until coal trains covered THE Federal Government is being called on to withhold future funding of the Hunter Valley rail corridor until coal trains are covered.
August 5, 2012 Rinehart’s well-timed exit from coal Gina Rinehart, iron ore magnate and Asia's wealthiest woman, sold a controlling stake in her Galilee coal assets nearly a year ago to GVK Group, run by Indian billionaire GV…
August 3, 2012 BHP Billiton takes $2.84 billion hit on shale gas asset Record low gas prices in North America will result in BHP Billiton (NYSE:BHP) taking an impairment of US$2.84 billion (before tax) against the carrying value of the Fayetteville shale gas…
August 3, 2012 La Mancha’s second quarter gold production jumps 21% from the previous quarter In its report the company highlights strong production of 30,620 ounces of gold at an average cash cost of US $766 per oz and a cash flow from operating activities…
August 2, 2012 Outer Harbour outta here! When BHP gives up on iron ore growth then you know the mining boom is over The mining giant is also scaling back or postponing other expensive expansion projects but the pullback in iron ore – by far the Melbourne-based company's most profitable division – is…
August 1, 2012 BHP’s performance on the ground fails to lift shares off 3-year lows The stock hit a high of $50 in May 2008 and came close again in April 2011, but at $170 billion, the Melbourne-based company is now valued at some $80…
Critical Metals expects to close Greenland supply deals in Q1 2026, CEO says The company has already pre-sold 75% of planned output, split between the US and Europe. December 31, 2025 | 12:08 pm
