Copper at 3-week high on fund flows, China data
Copper has hit a three-week high, lifted by fund allocations at the start of the year and by an expansion in China's manufacturing activity.
French nuclear plants need more safety
France's 58 nuclear reactors are safe, but safety systems must be improved quickly to prepare for extreme situations, says the French nuclear safety authority.
Resources give JSE New Year fillip
The JSE was up more than 2% as stronger commodity prices drove the resources sector higher, although trade was thin.
Anglo finds fighting weight
BEST OF 2011: After a period of divestment, Anglo American is in fine fettle to compete against its diversified mining rivals. First published 24 January.
Gold heads into 2012 with final quarter loss
Spot gold is ending 2011 on a weak note after 10 straight annual gains, heading for its first quarter of losses in more than three years.
Gold One completes Jintu deal
Gold One International says the AUS$150 million subscription by Chinese investors has been completed - as planned before the year end.
Iron ore prices set for 20% decline in 2011
Iron ore prices in China, the world's biggest market, are headed for a 20% decline this year, and few analysts see them recovering soon.
Copper heads for first drop in three years
COPPER is headed for its first annual drop in three years due to worries that demand growth for the industrial metal may falter.
Metorex, Jinchuan deal clear all hurdles
Metorex confirms its listing on the JSE will be suspended from January 9, following its takeover by China's Jinchuan Group.
Gold wallows near 3-month low
Gold is wallowing near a three-month low, remaining under pressure due to a firm dollar, while investors frets over an important Italian bond auction later in the day.