Top 9: Global Silver Production by Country
By Siv Padhy
The most recent estimates from the US Geological Survey show that Mexico took the top spot for silver production by country in 2016.
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BHP Billiton (LSE:BLT) is the world’s largest mining company with a market cap of over $120 billion.
BHP Billiton started as a Dutch company mining tin on the island of Billiton off the coast of Indonesia in 1860 and the Broken Hill Proprietary Company incorporated in 2885 in Australia. The companies merged in 2001 and are dual listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and the London Stock Exchange.
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By Siv Padhy
The most recent estimates from the US Geological Survey show that Mexico took the top spot for silver production by country in 2016.
The gold price rose above the $1,300-per-ounce mark as geopolitical uncertainty boosted precious metals demand.
By Siv Padhy
Here’s a look at top copper production by country in 2016, as reported by the US Geological Survey. Chile took the top spot again by a long shot.
By Melissa Shaw
Nickel West Asset President Eduard Haegel said the firm will spend over $43 million on the plant, which will supply the electric vehicle market.
The gold price fell on Friday after a stronger-than-expected US employment report.
Copper prices hit a fresh two-year high this week, supported by upbeat Chinese data, supply disruptions and a weaker dollar.
The gold price rose on Friday as the US dollar fell against the euro.
By Melissa Shaw
Iron ore prices have surged 7 percent since the beginning of the week to reach a high not seen since April. But will gains continue?
Here’s an overview of the main factors that impacted the copper market in Q2 2017 and what’s ahead for the rest of the year.
By Melissa Shaw
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By Melissa Shaw
What are the largest Canadian mining companies? Where are their projects located and how have they performed year-to-date? Read on to find out.
The gold price edged lower on Friday after a stronger-than-expected US jobs report increased fears of another rate hike.
Production at Escondida, the world’s largest copper mine, was hurt by the longest mining strike in Chile’s history.
The gold price is on track for a weekly gain, supported by political uncertainty and a weaker dollar.
By Melissa Shaw
Major miners like BHP Billiton continue to see promise in the potash industry.
By Melissa Shaw
Some companies are taking advantage of the depressed iron ore price environment by snapping up distressed assets.
Copper demand for electric vehicles and buses could rise to 1.74 million tonnes in the next decade, a new study says.
India’s Adani Enterprises received final investment approval for its Carmichael coal mine and railway in Australia earlier this week.
By Melissa Shaw
The metal hit an 11-month low last week, and Goldman Sachs recently downgraded its three-, six- and 12-month nickel price forecasts.
The gold price was set to touch a six-week high on Friday after a disappointing US jobs report.
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