Silver hits 30-year peak
Spot silver is trading at historical levels, buoyed by a weak dollar and strength in base metals, while gold is holding steady on good physical demand.
Copper hits fresh high
Copper has risen to a record high of $9,437.50 per tonne, fuelled by a supply-bottleneck in Chile.
Anglo secures Minas-Rio port costs deal
Anglo American has concluded long-term port tariff arrangements for its Minas-Rio iron ore project in Brazil and obtained clarity about the port's capital funding.
Australian storms hit Anglo
Anglo American Metallurgical Coal says heavy rains have impacted its coal production in Australia's Queensland state.
China’s rare earths cut raises trade concerns
China has raised fresh international trade concerns after slashing export quotas on rare earths minerals, risking action from the USA at the World Trade Organisation.
Major backer opts out of Sallies
The controlling shareholder of Sallies has agreed to sell its stake in the fluorspar miner to a minority backer, according to a company statement.
Majali’s family appoints own pathologist
THE death of controversial businessman Sandile Majali was "highly unlikely" to have been a suicide, says his lawyer.
Tata Steel mulls Riversdale counter bid
Tata Steel, the largest shareholder in Riversdale, is yet to decide whether it will counter Rio Tinto's $3.9bn offer for the Africa-focused miner.
Police wait for medication tests in Majali case
Police are waiting for tests to be conducted on medication found in the hotel room where the body of controversial businessman Sandi Majali has been found, says a spokesperson.