Groundwater flowing from Eagle mine shows signs of high cyanide contamination, though much of the water is being contained on site.
WGC senior market strategist sees several trigger points that could prompt gold to move even higher, perhaps stirring more interest from retail investors.
The updated statement sets out what companies will do if agreement cannot be reached and States have granted permission for projects to proceed.
Encouraged by the half-year results, the miner has raised its production guidance from Essakane and Westwood to 495,000-540,000 oz.
