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The ‘Glencore’ name wins out

The world's 12th largest company.

Michael Allan McCrae | December 8, 2013 | 7:02 pm

Can Juniors borrow instead of raising equity? – Kenton Ralph Toews

Juniors usually raise cash to keep their operations going by issuing new shares.

Sprott Group | December 5, 2013 | 10:24 pm

Another big bank pulls out of commodities

Deutsche, Europe's number two bank, has joined the US exodus and is getting out commodities trading, although it is keeping precious metals in its portfolio.

Frik Els | December 5, 2013 | 8:38 pm

VIDEO: From production to disposal—What’s the life of a smart phone actually like?

If you are reading this on a tabloid or a smartphone, then you are likely holding bits of so-called “conflict minerals,” mostly used in the manufacturing of mobile phones, tablets and laptops.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 5, 2013 | 4:34 pm

Quebec’s changing mining regulations scares investors away

Once the darling of miners, the Canadian province is quickly losing its edge. Here is why.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 5, 2013 | 11:38 am

Barrick: Thornton takes control April, former De Beers exec becomes COO

Thornton brings finance background and strong China connections, while James Gowans, former chief of the diamond giant's Canada unit brings mining experience.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 4, 2013 | 7:41 pm