The Federation of Copper Workers, which represents Chilean state copper giant Codelco's workers, has joined the fray over a contested stake in Anglo American PLC's (AAUKY, AAL.LN) Sur complex.

 
Africa Mining M&A Pace Quickens, To Continue In 2012 -Analysts 

JOHANNESBURG (Dow Jones)--Mining mergers and acquisitions in Africa are on the rise, with the announcement Wednesday from South African miner Exxaro Resources Ltd. (EXX.JO) a sign the trend wIll continue in 2012, industry observers say.

 
 MARKETS: 
 
PRECIOUS METALS: Comex Gold At 4-Week High As Market Steadies 

NEW YORK (Dow Jones)--Gold futures advanced to a four-week high on Wednesday, as investors bet the market's recent upswing would hold as Europe's debt woes fuel demand for alternative assets.

-By Matt Day, Dow Jones Newswires; 212-416-4986; matt.day@dowjones.com

Hecla Mining (NYSE:HL)
Historical Stock Chart
From Mar 2024 to Apr 2024 Click Here for more Hecla Mining Charts.
Hecla Mining (NYSE:HL)
Historical Stock Chart
From Apr 2023 to Apr 2024 Click Here for more Hecla Mining Charts.