Iron ore is still most exposed to further policy support versus other commodities, analysts said.

Hancock joins BHP and Rio Tinto in flagging red tape around mining projects as hurting Australia's drive to secure major investment.

For the first time in a generation, the spectre of disruption looms over mining’s most reliable profit generator. 

Vale on Thursday reported a third quarter net profit decline but still landed above market forecasts.

The work stoppages could impact its operations at the world's largest iron ore export hub at Port Hedland.

The company reported a 36% year-on-year decline in third-quarter net profit, landing above analyst estimates.

The company will pay 2.33 reais per common share in dividends and interest on capital on Dec. 1.

The company reported a 21% increase in production in Q2, compared with the same quarter last year.