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ICSG sees global refined copper market in surplus through 2027
The Lisbon-based International Copper Study Group (ICSG), an autonomous intergovernmental think tank, has published its 2026 - 2027 global refined copper market report and forecast a widening surplus.
Yesterday
Canadian Exiro Nickel acquires nickel assets from Vale
The complex comprises two mines and a facility for the production of refined nickel. According to the most recent data—covering the period from the fourth quarter of 2023 through the third quarter of 2024—Thompson Operations produced 10,500 tonnes of...
22 october 2026
DRDGOLD Q3 gold output climbs 10% as revenue reaches over $180m
DRDGOLD's gold production increased by 10% to 42,021 ounces for the quarter ended 30 September 2026, supported by a 15% improvement in yield to 0.212g/t despite a 5% drop in tonnage throughput.
22 october 2026
Kumba Iron Ore Q3 production falls 19% as sales rise 3%
Kumba Iron Ore's total production decreased by 19% to 7.5 million tonnes (Mt) for the third quarter ended 30 September 2026, down from 9.2 Mt a year earlier.
22 october 2026
Antofagasta Q3 copper output up 7%, annual guidance maintained
Chilean miner Antofagasta has reported that its copper production increased by 7% in the third quarter of 2026 to 151,900 tonnes, compared to 142,000 tonnes in the same period a year earlier.
22 october 2026
Yes, There Really is a "New Normal"
14 december 2011
Here are some points that seem to show that the U.S. is really in a “new normal,” at least as far as consumer spending goes.
Volte-face on Zim alluvial diamonds nationalisation sparks political war
13 december 2011
A year has elapsed since the talk of nationalising alluvial diamond mines in Zimbabwe began and it appears that there was never such an agreement, as officials from the two main political parties in the coalition government now differ over the matter.
Consumer Confidence - Jewelers Rank Low on the List of Trusted Professionals
12 december 2011
The poll, conducted by Gallup, found that the most trusted professionals in the United States were firefighters, with 90% (they have doubtlessly risen in the American estimation since 9/11); followed by nurses and military personnel. Jewelers were at the bottom of the list, with only 20%, alongside lawyers, with only mechanics and lobbyists ranking lower.
Diavik Diamond Mine: Overview
09 december 2011
Created under intense heat and pressure, and delivered to the earth’s surface by volcanic action, diamonds are being mined in the icy reaches of northern Canada. Gay Sutton looks at the development of the Diavik Diamond Mine, the role of the luxury jewelry brand Harry Winston, and the positive legacy it intends to leave for the Aboriginal people. His article is published at www.bus-ex.com.
HPHT Processed Diamonds – “Finishing What Nature Started”
08 december 2011
Long-established Israeli diamantaires David Levy and Avi Tavisal, who established the HPHT Diamond Group partnership to enhance the reputation of high temperature high pressure (HPHT) processed diamonds in the diamond market, are convinced that such diamonds have yet to fulfill their proper potential.
