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Diamond prices may be poised for recovery

It has been a challenging year in the diamond market, with prices for rough stones dropping about 20%. But RBC Capital Markets analyst Des Kilalea sees some “green shoots” that suggest a turnaround may be in sight.
Financial Post | September 24, 2012 | 2:24 pm

Parti Québécois victory casts doubt with miners

Quebec is regarded as one of the most attractive jurisdictions in the world for mining, if not the very best. But is that about to change? The Parti Québécois victory in Wednesday’s election has raised concerns that changes could be coming, both to Quebec’s mining-friendly tax regime and to Plan Nord, its $80-billion northern development strategy.
Financial Post | September 6, 2012 | 5:51 pm

Barrick could report ‘kitchen sink’ quarter

Barrick Gold Corp. reports second quarter earnings on July 26th, and it has to be one of the most anticipated set of results in the company’s history. New chief executive Jamie Sokalsky will address the broader market for the first time since the shocking ouster of Aaron Regent in June. He is expected to provide more detail on Barrick’s strategic direction.
Financial Post | July 19, 2012 | 5:03 pm
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Copper up on Greek hopes, China stimulus

Copper edged higher on Monday on hopes of more stimulus from China, and after Greek conservative parties topped opinion polls, helping calm fears over contagion should Athens default on its debt and leave the euro.
Financial Post | May 28, 2012 | 8:33 pm