South Africa mines minister delays finalisation of draft mining charter

Here is one interpretation of when we’ll run out of each metal or energy source.

But platinum slide continues despite Ukraine escalation.

Capital raising for exploration up more than 32%.

Supply fears have pushed prices higher, but industry worries are shifting to softening demand.

It hit $900 a troy ounce for the first time since 2001.

The strategic review will focus on the potential introduction of third-party strategic investors or joint-venture parties for the Kamoa and Kipushi copper projects in the DRC.

Experts claim ban is unlikely to have a significant impact on the country's coal consumption in the short term.

Still only 2% of global spending on infrastructure projects according to new report.

Write-downs also hurt bottom line, yet production robust.