January 5, 2016 BC mining in 2016: New mines on track despite dire outlook Hard decisions by some mining companies are required in 2016 if they are to avoid solvency problems, warns the Bank of Merrill Lynch.
January 4, 2016 What rising tensions between OPEC kingpin Saudi Arabia and Iran may mean for oil prices Given that oil is down at the moment with the news out of Middle East, what would take oil to move materially to US$50 would be some supply outage coming…
January 4, 2016 The world’s 10 coldest mines With temperatures that can drop to nearly -50°C, these mines offer some of the most challenging working conditions in the world.
January 4, 2016 Cape Breton massive coal mine looking for workers… in Alberta Halifax-based Kameron Coal is looking for people with experience in room and pillar mining.
January 4, 2016 China rings in 2016 with a stock market crash Gold and oil benefited from the collapse, while base metals and most diversified miners suffered from it.
January 4, 2016 Veteran investor Rick Rule reveals a unique arbitrage opportunity Rick praises innovative precious metals streams on base metal projects and one Canadian company that is adding value and being rewarded for it.
January 4, 2016 B.C. mulls rescue as miners struggle Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett rang in 2016 with thoughts of a potential rescue package for B.C.’s beleaguered mining industry on his mind to ward off potential shutdowns.
January 4, 2016 Happy New Year from The Mercenary Geologist Despite the ongoing and deepening bear market for commodities and the junior resource sector, MercenaryGeologist.com continues to produce valuable analysis and research on commodities and equities.
December 31, 2015 BC mining companies may get help paying for electricity BC Hydro expects to raise rates by 28% over the next five years.
December 30, 2015 China won’t approve new coal mines until 2019 The decision, part of a series tough measures, seeks to cut both oversupply and a worsening pollution crisis in the country.
