In a move that could significantly impact the mining industry, Russia is contemplating a new tax policy that would peg the taxation of mining firms to global metals prices. The proposed measure aims to align tax rates with market conditions, ensuring a fair and stable environment for both the government and mining companies. This decision…
Gold mining was a significant activity in ancient Egyptian civilization, deeply integrated into Egypt’s cultural and religious life. Known as the “golden country,” Egypt was famous for its substantial gold deposits, which were crucial to its economic and ceremonial affairs. The Egyptians began mining gold before 2000 BCE, primarily in the Eastern Desert and Nubia….
Gold is a precious metal that has been recognized for its value since ancient times. It has been used as money, as a medium of exchange, and as a store of value. But despite its long history and its many uses, gold often gets overlooked or “no respect” in comparison to other metals. This is…
China is the world’s largest consumer of copper, and its economic woes have had a dampening effect on the spirits of traders in Asia. The country’s copper demand has been on the decline for the last few months due to the ongoing trade war with the United States, and the resulting slowdown in the Chinese…
Ero Copper Corp. (TSX: ERO) announced a new record in copper and gold production for its first quarter of 2021. The company reported a production of 16,943 tonnes of copper and 18,143 ounces of gold, up from the 15,536 tonnes of copper and 16,766 ounces of gold in the prior quarter. The increase in production…