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Dismal China data drops copper price back below $3

And if the Chinese government stops adding to its strategic reserves the price could fall towards $2.50 a pound says new research report.

Frik Els | November 18, 2014 | 11:51 pm

Credit Suisse analyst Michael Slifirski: new non-Chinese graphite and vanadium supply could create new demand

More may really be better for end users and mining companies when it comes to graphite.

The Mining Report | November 18, 2014 | 5:46 pm

Blood diamonds still at Central African mining sector’s heart

A year after an export ban on raw gems in the country, reports show its diamonds are being sold to traders from Sudan to Belgium.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 18, 2014 | 1:11 pm

Iron ore price crashes 4%

Drops to June 2009 levels on the way to $70 a tonne after Chinese house prices fall for sixth month in a row.

Frik Els | November 18, 2014 | 1:09 pm

Chen Lin says gold miners need to produce at $1,000/oz or less to survive

In this interview with The Gold Report, Lin identifies several producers and one near-term project uniquely positioned for the next bull market.

The Gold Report | November 17, 2014 | 5:04 pm

Vale iron ore chief abandons ship amid price crisis

The world's largest iron ore producer said the new division head will focus on increasing efficiencies.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 17, 2014 | 3:11 pm

Rio Tinto, Sinosteel extend Australian iron ore joint venture

The partnership dates back to 1987, in the early stages of the development of the Chinese steel industry.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 17, 2014 | 11:45 am

Angelos Damaskos: five juniors that insulate investors from today’s low oil prices

Angelos Damaskos, principal adviser of the Junior Oils Trust, admits that he finds the recent collapse in oil price a mystery. Nonetheless, he has no doubt that demand will compel higher prices in the medium and long term.

The Energy Report | November 14, 2014 | 7:05 pm

Iron ore price gains after summit

Chinese steel mills restart production but ore demand remains modest.

Frik Els | November 13, 2014 | 10:09 pm

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Increasing supply from China to cap aluminum price – report

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Copper price defies pullback predictions

Ten China gold miners confirmed dead after others rescued; one still missing

Eleven trapped miners rescued in China after 14 days underground

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