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With Gold Rallying, Mining CEOs Say ESG Scrutiny Is Intensifying
Skyrocketing gold is providing a welcome windfall to the mining industry, but it's also attracting a broader base of investors who are demanding greater attention to environmental, social and governance topics. Interest in ESG issues has moved to…
US to assist Colombia in the development of its mining industry
“Look, we know this, Mr. President: When there is a safe, welcoming investment climate with good government, transparent rules, and an open and fair set of relationships, American and Colombian companies together do great work. They provide…
With gold rallying, mining CEOs say ESG scrutiny is intensifying
Generalists are looking at bullion because of the high prices and “the strong argument that the gold price can go higher,” according to Sean Boyd, chief executive officer of Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd., a top-10 gold producer. And those…
Business Maverick: With Gold Rallying, Mining CEOs Say ESG Scrutiny Is Intensifying
Interest in ESG issues has moved to the forefront in conversations with stakeholders in the past year, top executives said in the run-up to the Denver Gold Group's Americas conference, a key annual event in the precious-metals world. Such talks…
Hecla Mining Reports Strong Production and Cash Generation
Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) today announced preliminary production results, anticipated cash position at the end of the third quarter, repayment of the revolving credit facility and increased production estimates for the year.¹ Estimated…
Zambia : Controlling stake in Mining Companies will Guarantee more Jobs-Lusambo
Copperbelt PF Mobilisation Chairman Bowman Lusambo says the decision by government through ZCCM-IH to increase its stakes in mining companies will benefit more miners. Mr Lusambo said the decision will guarantee and secure the mining jobs as…
Mohali: Villagers protest against illegal sand mining, allege inaction by administration
Residents of Abhipur village continue to hold protest against illegal sand mining going on in the area. They allege that despite bringing the issue to the notice of the administration, no action has been taken against the illegal miners. Bhag…
Canada's Wheaton Precious Metals plans London listing
Canada's Wheaton Precious Metals, one of the world's largest companies involved in buying gold and silver, is planning to list on the London Stock Exchange as it looks to tap pent-up demand for precious metals from investors. The Vancouver-based…
Edo, mining sector stakeholders chart course to deepen investment in post-COVID-19 economy
The Edo State government and stakeholders in the state's mining sector have resolved to exploit more opportunities in the state's solid minerals and mining sector so as to diversify earnings in a post-coronavirus (COVID-19) economy. The resolution…
Gold Investors Take Aim at Miners With Returns Falling Short
A coalition of gold investors, including firms backed by billionaires John Paulson and Naguib Sawiris, is urging changes at miners as performance “continues to fall short” in some areas even as prices rise. In an open letter to the…
Tolga Kumova files suit against Twitter account
Incorrigible Twitter account Stock Swami, whose posts are self-described as a 'cynical and cranky take on the ASX', apologised on Sunday to ex-Young Rich Lister Tolga Kumova for any suggestion the mining entrepreneur had engaged in insider trading.
There is still plenty of value in junior gold explorers - Exploration Insights
The junior exploration sector has seen a flood of investment capital in the last few months as gold prices have pushed to record highs; according to one analyst, the industry remains undervalued and there is further investment potential. In an…
Africa's Mineral Wealth Gives It Key Role in New Global Economy
Throughout the world, resource wealth is an emotive and politically contentious issue. But genuine partnership between international industry and African governments can provide a major boost to the global economy. Citizens of resource-rich…
These are the issues driving the massive upcoming elections in Ghana
General News of Sunday, 20 September 2020 Ghana heads to the polls on December 7, 2020, to elect a President and 275 Members of Parliament. As such, political parties are crisscrossing the country to woo voters with juicy promises. The two leading…
Super funds feel financial heat from climate change threat
The wild fires that have ravaged the US west coast, turning skies orange, are a lurid reminder that climate change looms ever larger as an economic threat. This week has seen a flurry of announcements reflecting that reality. New Zealand's…
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