Chinese firms pledge to invest $1.4B in private BC coal projects
B.C.’s new Liberal premier, Christy Clark, has made bold statements about mining since taking power.
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Something’s brewing in Idaho
Idaho is becoming a popular mining destination, and with the Fraser Institute recently ranking the U.S. state as the fifth-best jurisdiction in the world for mining, that trend is likely to continue.
Coeur’s Rochester poised for a comeback
As the sun rises over the distant hills in Lovelock, Nev., we begin a short drive on Interstate Highway 80 before snaking up the paved roads to Coeur d’Alene Mines’ (CDM-T, CDE-N) Rochester silver-gold mine, located 41 km northeast in Pershing…
Buchans Minerals revives historic mine
The old Buchans mine headframe still stands tall at the end of Main Street in this small Newfoundland town. The structure is a constant reminder for the 750 or so residents that the town’s history is inextricably linked to mining.
Analysts question Iberian’s move
Iberian Minerals (IZN-V) has agreed to allow Trafigura Beheer, its largest shareholder, to acquire all of its shares that it doesn’t already own for $1.10 apiece in cash, causing some analysts to question the bid.
Thumbs-up for Stornoway’s Renard project
Stornoway Diamond (SWY-T) has completed a feasibility study of its wholly owned Renard diamond project in Quebec’s Otish Mountains region that shows potential for a robust, long-life operation, albeit at higher capital costs than expected.
TSX Venture short positions
Short positions outstanding at Nov. 15/11 (with changes from Oct. 31/11).
TSX short positions
Short positions outstanding at Nov. 15/11 (with changes from Oct. 31/11).
Canadian gold mutual funds
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Daily metal prices
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Producer and dealer prices
Antimony: Mid-mkt US$13,750.00/t
LME warehouse levels
Metal stocks (in tonnes) held in London Metal Exchange warehouses at opening, Nov. 14, 2011 (change from Nov. 7 in brackets):