Tantalum Q4 Outlook
Investors wondering how the tantalum market will fare in Q4 2011 should be pleased with the outlook.
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Three Considerations for Tantalum Investors
Information is king in the investment world. Here are three considerations for tantalum investors.
Tantalum Scrap: Profit Below the Radar
Recycling can do more than save the environment... at least when tantalum is involved. In this industry scrap can mean profit.
Who’s Planning to Cash in on Tantalum’s Revival?
Rising tantalum prices, increased demand and speculations of supply shortages are breathing life back into the industry, prompting an increasing number of parties to position themselves for the benefits.
Conflict Minerals Act Delay Hurts Mining Operations
The delay of the full implementation of the Conflict Minerals Act, while helping to create a more responsible and transparent system, may have harsh consequences for miners in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Rising Electronics Demand Stretch Tantalum Thin
Rising demand for consumer electronics’ will stretch the supply chain of tantalum thin, potentially eliminating stockpiles of the metal. Tantalum is essential for high tech electronics, and prices having been rising on limited supply. Ron MacDonald from Cansource explains how this will effect the market.
Putting an End to Conflict Minerals in the Congo
Resource Investing News reporter Damon van der Linde interviews industry leaders from ITRI and TIC as well as human rights groups the Enough Project and Global Witness about the ongoing mission to end the trade of conflict minerals from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Rising Tantalum Prices: Wodgina Mine Back into Production
The re-opening of the Wodgina tantalum mine in Australia by Global Advanced Metals is a major development in the tantalum market. Also, the EU mulls over its own version of the Conflict Minerals Act.
Market Tends for Tantalum 2010
A lot of attention was focused on conflict minerals sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo. This attention focused investors on the growth potential in this market. Prices have been growing on strong physical demand, and the reduction of supply from Congo. The outlook for tantalum is strong in 2011.
Conflict Minerals Act Compliance Poses Difficulties for Industry
A mining ban that was supposed to curb illegal mining activity that funds rebel groups in Eastern Congo has made the implementation of the “Conflict Minerals Act” passed by the US legislators, a difficult process. Also, China plans to create strategic reserves of minor metals.
