Silver could top 2011’s precious pack
Platinum is drawing investment as a financial asset and palladium boasts an enviable market balance, but silver could top the precious pack this year, says GFMS's Philip Klapwijk.
Panic selling hits commodities
Investors are scrambling for cover as silver heads for its biggest weekly loss since at least 1983 and oil falls below $100 a barrel.
Platinum could breach $2,000, says GFMS
The platinum price could rise above $2,000/oz depending on investment demand for the metal, according to the latest GFMS survey of the platinum and palladium markets.
Malema: Stop mineral exports
The government must stop exporting raw minerals to encourage the establishment of industries to process them locally, ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema says.
GFMS: wage talks won’t hurt platinum supply
The global supply of platinum is expected to rise slightly this year, with upcoming wage talks in South Africa not expected to have a big impact, says research firm GFMS.
Namibia’s rights plan for future finds only
Namibia's plan to hand mining and exploration rights to a state-owned firm will only be applied to future mineral discoveries, according to a news report.
Glencore prospectus set to reveal CEO billions
Glencore is to make known how much CEO Ivan Glasenberg, probably South Africa's richest person, and other top managers stand to gain from one of Europe's largest market debuts.
Merafe posts output increase
Merafe Resources says first-quarter production rose 3.8%, but says the company will operate at a lower rate during June to August.
Num, Implats set for showdown over wages
The National Union of Mineworkers is demanding a 14% pay rise for its members at Impala Platinum, more than triple the official inflation rate.
Aquarius finally snares Booysendal
It has taken years, but Aquarius Platinum CEO Stuart Murray has pulled off the deal he had predicted would eventually take place over the Booysendal South platinum deposit.