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Three of Carlos Slim’s mines shut down by labour conflict

Two gold and silver mines, and one copper mine owned by the world's second richest man have shuttered their doors.

MINING.com Editor | June 3, 2013 | 11:03 pm

Survey of mining executives reveals renewed pessimism in the sector

Iron ore, molybdenum and nickel are the main commodities executives see as having the highest likelihood of depreciating in value over the next three years.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 3, 2013 | 7:24 pm

Ontario Securities Commission asked to probe Tahoe Resources for alleged violence in Guatemala

Company's staff faces claims of obstructing justice and ordering to shoot protestors.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 3, 2013 | 6:40 pm

Fears Brazil will force Vale into new Argentine potash deal

Former and current presidents of Brazil appear to be working hard at resurrecting the $6 billion-plus project.

Frik Els | June 3, 2013 | 4:54 pm

Codelco Q1 profits down 43% year-over-year

Q1 output is up 3%.

MINING.com Editor | May 31, 2013 | 3:01 am

Numbers don’t lie: Aussie capex drops, mining boom is over

Capital expenditure in mining peaked last year, stabilized in the second half of 2012 and then plunged steeply in the March quarter, wiping almost $1.5 billion off Australia's quarterly output.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 30, 2013 | 4:04 pm

Australian miners to invest $140bn in Latin America, but region disappoints

The five main investment-grade markets — Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Peru and Colombia— have been expanding below projections or showing signs of weakness.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 29, 2013 | 10:58 am