Gold comfort

Article Abstract:

The price of gold has strengthened following the decision of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) not to go ahead with planned gold sales, and of European central banks to halt large scale gold sales for five years. Gold producers have seen a higher price rise than have gold prices. The IMF is to use an accounting exercise to raise funds for a plan for debt relief for poorer countries. The US will forigive bilateral debt from the poorest countries, so long as Congress approves the request for funds.

Gold, International Monetary Fund, Prices and rates, Economic policy, Gold industry, External debt relief, Debt relief

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All that glisters

Article Abstract:

Developments affecting the platinum industry, including increased demand for jewelry, are examined in detail.

Platinum, Platinum group industry, Platinum jewelry

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Tin men

Article Abstract:

The possibility of a revival of tin mining in Cornwall, England, is examined in detail.

Tin, England, Tin industry, Cornwall, England

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