October 9, 2012 Rio to cut jobs on concerns over China slowdown Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) has announced further retrenchments and cost cutting measures due to concerns that the slowdown in China's economic growth will be more pronounced than expected.
October 9, 2012 Diamond supply crunch on its way — analysts Global production of diamonds reached 124 million carats last year and, according Bain & Company consultants, 13 new mines should be adding 23 million carats by the end of 2012.…
October 8, 2012 Illegal Chinese gold mining triggers conflict in Ghana Illegal gold mining by Chinese nationals using heavy machinery has fueled resentment and hostility amongst local communities in Ghana.
October 8, 2012 Making up for lost time, Chinese traders send iron ore soaring 6% On Monday upbeat Chinese traders came back from a week-long break and chased the price of the commodity to $110.40.
October 8, 2012 China plans to usurp global leadership with the backing of gold: Russell Veteran finance expert Richard Russell claims China has plans to obtain leadership of the global economy by fortifying its official currency with precious metal backing.
October 8, 2012 China to convert coal into gas for urban energy needs China has unveiled ambitious plans for the conversion of coal extracted in remote mining regions into gas for usage in urban areas.
October 7, 2012 Gold set to bounce back on Spanish bailout and Chinese traders back from vacation Despite an abrupt decline in the wake of an upbeat US employment report, gold is likely to regain losses on several factors which should strongly favor the precious metal.
October 7, 2012 Commodity stocks: improving returns with no extra volatility The power of commodities enhances a portfolio
October 7, 2012 China finds funding for iron ore junior in Labrador Some businesses still believe the commodity supercycle is intact
Codelco, SQM seal lithium venture in Chile’s Atacama desert NovaAndino Litio, the venture, will control all lithium exploration, production and sales in the Atacama salar until 2060. December 27, 2025 | 09:38 am
