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De Beers transfers initial BWP 1 billion contribution to Botswana’s Diamonds for Development Fund
De Beers has transferred its initial BWP 1 billion ($73 million) contribution to the Diamonds for Development Fund, marking a major milestone for the initiative designed to support Botswana’s long-term economic diversification.
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Valterra Platinum's refined PGM output falls 41%, sales decline 27%
Valterra Platinum's refined platinum group metal (PGM) production decreased by 41% to 576,900 ounces for the third quarter ending 30 September 2026.
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Swiss watch exports rise 11.7% in September, driven by sharp U.S. shipments increase
In September, the value of Swiss watch exports grew by 11.7% compared to the same period last year, reaching 2.226 billion Swiss francs ($2.74 billion). This marks the fourth consecutive month of growth.
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New $1.8bn copper smelter under construction in Kazakhstan
Construction of the Aktogay copper smelter has begun in the Abai Region of eastern Kazakhstan. The $1.8 billion project is being implemented by the KAZ Minerals group.
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Anglo American appoints Anne Wade as senior independent director
Anglo American has appointed Anne Wade as senior independent director, effective immediately.
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Jewelry or Gold?
29 april 2009
In crisis periods gem jewelry and watches posing no problems for transportation were always in great demand. In this case the pleasant and useful mixed: women bought the jewelry they craved for while men purchased their watches, which in both cases was a far-sighted investment. But is it true that reality fits into such an idyllic pattern so busily embellished by concerned professionals?
‘May is Gold Month’ Returns for Sixth Year
28 april 2009
The national “May is Gold Month” retail promotion begins its sixth year as an industry-wide promotion for gold jewelry in the month of May with a heavier on-line presence.
Silver may outperform gold this year
27 april 2009
Silver prices may outperform those for gold this year, metals consultancy GFMS said in its Silver Investment Market report.
Chasing the world's top gold stock targets
23 april 2009
Recent patterns in the pricing of listed gold stocks around the world shows a firm trend where investors tend to favour potential acquisition targets, typically companies with great discoveries but lacking either the balance sheet or full access to capital required to develop appropriate mines.
Rough Diamond Drama
22 april 2009
Stock pricing patterns of resources stocks around the world show that diamond miners, developers and explorers rank among the most decimated. Even unlisted De Beers, long the world's biggest miner of rough diamonds, is taking the strain.
