Strike action pushes Sibanye into the red in first half

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A catastrophic tailings dam breach at its Mount Polley mine in British Columbia has taken a toll on Imperial Metals' (TSX:III) bottom line.

Iran has opened a new gold-processing facility with the goal of doubling its production of precious metals, media reported over the weekend.

Those who invested in the SPDR Gold Trust - GLD - at launch 10 years ago are enjoying returns more than double the rate of US equities.

Two massive trades lift gold price from 4-and-half-year lows in another Friday rally.

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As usual the leaders of the G20 countries will be deliberating on issues that will have ramifications for not only their respective economies but also the rest of the world, including those who will not be represented at the deliberations.

Mining companies today face a complexity of problems: spiraling costs, government intervention, deepening pits, lower ore grades, lack of community trust, and declining productivity are just some of the issues.

Decline was in line with S&P/TSX Composite index, which also plummeted 15% during the quarter.