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Emerging markets firms to lead global mining sector: PwC

Net profits from progressing economies-based miners reached $24 billion in 2013, compared to a net loss of $4 billion for developed market firms.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 23, 2014 | 1:57 pm

Iron ore price builds on rally

But Chinese banks are starting to call in iron ore-backed loans to traders holding 38mt, forcing them to dump inventories onto already well-supplied market.

Frik Els | June 20, 2014 | 9:25 pm

Caterpillar mining sales slump, stock still performs

Miner spending cuts hitting maker hard.

Jeffrey Richmond | June 20, 2014 | 5:04 pm

Gold price breakout sparks massive move into mining stocks

Goldcorp adds a cool $1 billion in market value as sector adds more than 5% on the day following a surprise spike in the gold price.

Frik Els | June 19, 2014 | 9:37 pm

Mexico is now Latin America’s most expensive mining jurisdiction

Cost of mining and exploring for gold and silver in the country has increased 13% and 20%, respectively, over the past year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 19, 2014 | 3:34 pm

Guatemalans file lawsuit against Canadian Tahoe Resources for 2013 shooting

Seven Guatemalan men have filed a civil lawsuit in a Vancouver court against Canadian mining company Tahoe Resources Inc. for injuries they suffered last year when the miner’s security personnel opened fire on them at close range.

Canadian Centre for International Justice | June 18, 2014 | 5:00 pm