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Zinc Could Stymie Xstrata-Glencore Merger

James Wellstead — Fri, 04 May 2012 10:45:43 +0000

Approval of the proposed Xstrata-Glencore merger would give the new company 16 percent control of global zinc ore production and more than 60 percent of global refined zinc sales. Management must convince the European Commission that its deal does not violate antitrust thresholds.

Zinc Market Update (May 4, 2012)

James Wellstead — Fri, 04 May 2012 10:40:54 +0000

A brief overview of zinc price developments, supply and demand, and significant market movers

Zinc Experiences Investment Buzz

James Wellstead — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:15:39 +0000

Zinc mining investment is starting to grow in light of impending shortages in years to come. While dominant zinc-producing markets like Peru and Canada will continue their lead roles, other markets are also coming along for the ride.

Zinc Prices Rise as Mine Production Gears Up

James Wellstead — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:00:01 +0000

Rising zinc prices and processing fees are the first signs of a zinc market supply crunch. While surpluses will remain for sometime, many companies are already preparing for shortages.

Zinc Glimmers While Prices Slide

James Wellstead — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:30:54 +0000

A proposed merger between Glencore and Xstrata has brought a lot of attention to zinc. Unfortunately, zinc's moment in the spotlight also comes at a time of rising mined and refined supply which has pushed spot and three month zinc prices lower.

New Zinc Mine Production in 2012

James Wellstead — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:00:11 +0000

As zinc markets prepare for supply shortages in coming years, some producers are bringing new production online in 2012. But despite zinc prices reaching average historic levels, short term zinc prices and demand are expected to slide in 2012 before they hit their stride in 2013.

2011 Zinc Market Trends and 2012 Zinc Market Outlook

James Wellstead — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:30:20 +0000

2011 has been a rather disappointing year for the zinc market. With the malaise of declining global economic growth, coupled with increasing zinc mine and production supply, zinc prices are not likely to see price support salvation until mid-2012. However, continued exploration and junior field development will likely be a predominant trend leading forward.

Zinc Mining Juniors Ready to Meet Coming Supply Crunch

James Wellstead — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:13:02 +0000

Zinc mining juniors are preparing to fill the gap between growing demand and declining production.

Zinc Oxide Used to Convert ‘Waste’ Heat to Electricity

James Wellstead — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 22:32:25 +0000

Recent applications of nanoengineering have made zinc oxide an ideal material to convert heat into electricity and increase energy efficiency of electronic and industrial technologies.

China Key to Zinc Market Growth

James Wellstead — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:44:57 +0000

As the biggest consumer of refined zinc, news of China’s declining industrial output has pushed zinc prices lower on fears of the consequences for the global economic recovery.