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    Rio Plans ‘No-Brainer’ 50% Pilbara Expansion

    Investing News Network
    Sep. 15, 2011 08:05AM PST
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    SMH reported Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) will put $US833 million into power and fuel supply projects for a 50% expansion of its Pilbara iron ore business.

    SMH reported Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) will put $US833 million into power and fuel supply projects for a 50% expansion of its Pilbara iron ore business.

    The market news is quoted as saying,

    The commitment was something of a “no brainer” given that iron ore has largely been immune from the sell-off in other commodities in response to slowing global economic growth.

    The continued price strength of iron ore is delivering Rio record profit margins from its Pilbara iron ore operations.

    For the complete market news, click here.

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