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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.
23 october 2026
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
DTC's July Sight Estimated at $450M
29 july 2010
The Diamond Trading Company (DTC) July sight had an estimated value of $450 million, according to feedback received by Rapaport News. Interviews with sightholders indicated that prices remained stable and that no additional goods in the form of ex-plan were supplied by the De Beers subsidiary.
China’s Mining Industry Goes Global
28 july 2010
According to the statistics provided by China Gold Network, from May to December, 2009 the Chinese mining enterprises implemented a total of 155 investment projects abroad, driving the cumulative amount of their investments to over $4.5 billion.
De Beers after Penny
27 july 2010
According to Sunday Times, Gareth Penny's decision to quit as De Beers CEO came as little surprise to diamond analysts in London.
Assessing Varda’s mid-term assessment
26 july 2010
In a quite refreshing manner, Diamond Trading Company (DTC) Managing Director Varda Shine has given her assessment on the diamond market's performance during the first half of 2010 and presented her thoughts on what to expect during the second half of the year. As Varda's views, whether right or wrong, will determine the DTC's rough distribution agenda, they deserve to be carefully noted.
Everlon program evolves for 2010 holiday season
23 july 2010
As De Beers' proprietary Everlon Diamond Knot Collection heads into year two, the marketing message remains the same, but retailers can expect an expanded choice of Everlon designs - including new cuts and the use of alternative materials - and a heightened red-carpet presence.
