Global coal production will grow this year despite covid-19GlobalData says disruption has been most significant in China, but global output only marginally affected by pandemic.MINING.com Editor | April 9, 2020 | 3:09 pm
Gold closely tracks debt-to-GDP ratioHistorically, we know that as the percentage of debt to…Richard Mills - Ahead of the Herd | April 8, 2020 | 12:41 pm
In uncertain times, global metals exchange volumes surgeLME's average daily activity jumped by 15% in March to…Reuters | April 8, 2020 | 9:53 am
More bullish signs for iron ore as shipping rates continue to climb Chinese investment in railroads, buildings and other infrastructure will rise 20% this year, requiring 200 million tonnes of iron ore. Frik Els | September 11, 2013 | 6:39 pm
Gamechanger: Chinese Valemax ban could be relaxed soon With iron ore freight rates soaring, lifting the ban on Vale's mega-carriers could be a game changer. Frik Els | September 10, 2013 | 5:48 pm
Chinese bidders may be allowed to compete for Glencore Xstrata $5bn Peru mine Las Bambas expected to produce more than 400,000 tonnes of copper a year, as well significant quantities of gold, silver and molybdenum as by-product. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 10, 2013 | 5:10 pm
China to lend up to $2 billion to South Sudan for mining and other development projects China will fund South Sudan's first geological survey. Ana Komnenic | September 9, 2013 | 11:43 pm
The best indicator of China’s commodity trade is on an insane surge Freight rates for iron-ore carrying vessels are up an astonishing 67% since end of August. Frik Els | September 9, 2013 | 8:27 pm
Iron ore price indicators all point up, but there’s an (Indian) elephant in the room Demand in China is surging, but India is desperate for foreign currency and could start dumping ore on the spot market. Frik Els | September 9, 2013 | 7:02 pm
Argyle mine set to meet changing Chinese demand for diamonds: Rio Rio has opened its doors to about 100 carefully selected gem enthusiasts in Hong Kong, who will view the 64 diamonds of this year's tender. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 9, 2013 | 11:42 am
INFOGRAPHIC: Gold losses by region in 2013 When the bottom fell out. Michael Allan McCrae | September 7, 2013 | 5:37 am
INFOGRAPHIC: Proven gold reserves around the globe World total of 52,000 metric tons. MINING.com Editor | September 5, 2013 | 10:56 pm