Copper noose tightening

The precious metal producer posted higher quarterly profit and revenue compared with a year ago and said it expects to see at least a 20% increase in output for 2013.

Minmetals bought 55,750 tonnes a year at a very special price.

He played a leading role in transforming the iron ore trade.

The measure comes in response to violations of safety and environmental laws and a failure to pay mineral royalties.

The world's largest copper producer was granted an exploration license last week, but it already faces climbing opposition.

Revenues also declined by 14%.

The coin costs double its face value to produce.

Australian miner plans transition to start in May as Marius Kloppers retires.

IPO and secondary market all but collapsed.