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Horse killing triggers violence at Chinese mine in Kyrgyzstan

A violent confrontation has erupted between Chinese nationals and local residents at a gold mine in the Central Asian republic of Kyrgyzstan.

Marc Howe | October 26, 2012 | 5:35 am

Germany’s gold vaults exhausted a decade ago: Turk

Precious metals expert James Turk says that all of Germany's gold stocks have been exhausted by leasing into the broader marketplace.

Marc Howe | October 26, 2012 | 3:59 am

Indonesian businessman warns foreigners of local investment perils

A prominent Indonesian businessman has warned foreign miners of the perils of investing in his own country over the next two years due to new laws which curb overseas ownership.

Marc Howe | October 26, 2012 | 12:00 am

Years away: Kloppers says BHP waiting for new technology before Olympic Dam decision

If you're spending $33 billion you want to do it as efficiently as possible.

Frik Els | October 25, 2012 | 8:01 pm

Myanmar poised to become new mining Mecca for Chinese investors

Chinese companies are seeking the wealth of mining opportunities that neighbouring Myanmar (ex-Burma) has to offer, as the country opens its economy to foreign investment after more than half a century of military ruling.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 25, 2012 | 6:45 pm

South African unions sign deal with gold companies

The South African National Union of Mineworkers and two other unions signed Thursday a deal with industry body the Chamber of Mines (CoM), agreeing to a new pay structure for the strike-hit gold mining sector.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 25, 2012 | 5:26 pm

Goldcorp injects optimism into mining sector: Q3 beat expectations

In times when most miners are reporting profit below estimates, Goldcorp (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG), posted better-than-expected third quarter results on Thursday as it benefited from operating improvements at Red Lake and Peñasquito, its two flagship operations.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 25, 2012 | 2:35 pm

Is silver the new gold?

An analysis of precious metals and commodities funds indicates that silver could well be the new gold for investors seeking to hedge against inflation.

Marc Howe | October 25, 2012 | 4:27 am

Fed does nothing to help gold’s terrible Q4

Traders are now worrying that without a clear catalyst to push prices higher, gold will continue to drift lower.

Frik Els | October 24, 2012 | 6:50 pm

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