March 3, 2016 South African government, mining firms agree to delay 16,000 job cuts The deal also proposes facilitating the sale of struggling mines.
March 3, 2016 At least 1,300 jobs to go as ENRC steps up cost-cutting measures in Congo The layoffs may increase to 1,800 if the metal prices don’t recover soon, said the company.
March 3, 2016 Joy Global posts bigger-than-expected loss as sales drop 25% Shares in the equipment and services provided soared almost 16% in early trading in New York.
March 3, 2016 Former Aussie coal magnate Nathan Tinkler officially bankrupt Once Australia's youngest billionaire, the electrician turned coal baron has failed to pay off his private jet and other debts and is now officially ruined.
March 2, 2016 Platinum market to record 5th deficit in a row this year Mining supply returns to pre-strike level but recycling falls.
March 2, 2016 World’s top copper miner sees metal at $2 a pound for at least two years Codelco says current copper rally will be short-lived.
March 2, 2016 Barrick announces ‘drastic revision’ of Pascua-Lama, may add partner Analysts believe that Barrick’s partner in Papua New Guinea, Zijin Mining Group, could be the one to help turn Pascua-Lama into a success.
March 2, 2016 Gold prices hit new session highs on strong US data The metal has climbed about 16% this year in the face of tumbling equities and fears of a global economic slowdown.
March 1, 2016 TransCanada’s Energy East pipeline faces Quebec injunction The provincial government asked the court to order a halt until the project has complied with the environmental laws in place.
March 1, 2016 Glencore swings to loss on write-downs and collapsing coal, metal prices The Switzerland-based mining and energy giant lost $5 billion in 2015.
Precious metals extend rally as silver price surpasses $90 Spot gold hit a peak of $4,641.29 per ounce, taking its year-to-date gains to 6%. January 14, 2026 | 09:41 am
