Apr 23, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovGoldcorp Inc Walks Away From a Pricey DealAs Goldcorp will not raise its offer for Osisko Mining, Agnico Eagle Mines and Yamana Gold will win, but it's hardly a victory to celebrate with champagne.
Apr 23, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovAK Steel Is Well Positioned Despite Dramatic First QuarterAK Steel's production and cost performance will improve as the company recovers from the difficult first quarter.
Apr 22, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovWill the Downside Continue for Noble Corp?A bleak outlook for the offshore drilling market could be outweighed by the cheapness of Noble Corp shares.
Apr 18, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovBHP Billiton Ltd Shows No Mercy for Weaker ProducersAs BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto continue to grow their met coal and iron ore production, weaker players can't count on changes in the price environment.
Apr 16, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovAnother Gold Miner Joins the Bidding DramaYamana Gold and Agnico-Eagle Mines make an impulsive move to acquire Osisko Mining.
Apr 16, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovWalter Energy Inc Is in a Race Against the ClockWalter Energy's cash flows will improve as the company idles its Canadian operations, but there's still a long way to go before Walter Energy finds itself in safe waters.
Apr 15, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovCoeur d'Alene Mines Pressured by Low Silver PricesCoeur d'Alene's high costs make the company vulnerable to downside in silver prices, but improvements on the cost front could pave the way for upside.
Apr 15, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovUpside for Silver Standard Resources Inc Might Be LimitedSilver Standard Resources has no major catalyst for further upside until the release of production and cost data from its newly purchased Marigold mine.
Apr 15, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovImproved Thermal Coal Outlook Brings No Relief to Alpha Natural Resources IncAlpha Natural Resources has little exposure to thermal coal price fluctuations this year while it is significantly exposed to met coal price volatility, which puts the company at a disadvantage.
Apr 14, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovLight at the End of the Tunnel for Freeport-McMoRan and Newmont MiningFreeport-McMoRan and Newmont Mining are close to winning the battle over controversial Indonesian copper concentrate export taxes.
Apr 14, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovGoldcorp's Battle for Osisko Mining ContinuesGoldcorp raised its offer for Osisko Mining and might be overpaying, but it has the necessary financial strength to absorb possible risks.
Apr 9, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovHow Is Peabody Energy Corporation Different From Other Coal Miners?Peabody's lower met coal costs and lower debt burden distinguish the company from its competitors.
Apr 8, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovIs There Too Much Optimism About Anadarko Petroleum Corporation?Anadarko Petroleum's shares enjoyed nice run after the announcement of settlement of the Tronox case, but the upside could continue
Apr 8, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovPrice Floor Seems to Be Set for Potash ExportersNew contracts signal that a price floor has been reached for potash.
Apr 7, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovYamana Gold Inc's Move Puzzles GoldcorpYamana Gold's agreement with Osisko Mining to purchase a 50% interest in Osisko's mining and exploration assets interferes with Goldcorp's plans.
Apr 3, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovWhy Long-Term Fundamentals Don't Matter for These Coal Miners Right NowWalter Energy and Alpha Natural Resources are in a tough situation, so the near-term dynamics of coal prices matter more than long-term prospects for the time being.
Apr 2, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovCliffs Natural Resources Delisting Puts Pressure on SharesCliffs Natural Resources move to delist its shares from Euronext Paris makes perfect sense, but it will add to short-term pressure on company's shares.
Apr 2, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovKinross Gold Corporation Has an Interesting Project in the PipelineAn expansion feasibility study reveals that Tasiast will be a low-cost project, but it will need additional financing.
Apr 2, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovWill Barrick Gold's New Executive Compensation Changes Please Shareholders?Barrick Gold shareholders confidence should improve, as the new compensation scheme makes management a long-term owner of the company.
Apr 2, 2014 by Vladimir ZernovShould You Invest in Streaming and Royalty Companies?Are streaming and royalty companies a viable alternative to ETFs and mining stocks?
