Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Barrick not in talks with Newmont on sale in gold mine stake - adviser

SYDNEY, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Barrick Gold Corp has not had talks over a sale of its 50 percent stake in Australia's Super Pit gold mine to its partner Newmont Mining Corp, Barrick adviser and...


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Black Gold: Why One SF Shop Is Embracing The Candy People Love To Hate

If you’re a fan of black licorice, Miette in San Francisco could be your Eden. If you're not, this candy’s (and this shop’s) little-known backstory may just convert you.

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Clé De Cartier 'Two-Tone' Watch For Men In Steel & Gold

At the beginning of 2015, Cartier debuted the brand new "Clé" watch family that was a fresh case design and timepiece concept for both men and women. You can get a good hands-on look at the "Clé de Cartier" watches for men on aBlogtoWatch.com here. At launch, Cartier presented Clé models exclusively in [...]

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UPDATE 1-China adds 16 tonnes to gold reserves in August

SINGAPORE, Sept 30 (Reuters) - China further increased its gold holdings in August, albeit at a slower pace compared to the previous month, the central bank said on Wednesday, as it looks to diversify its foreign exchange reserves.


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Tuesday, September 29, 2015

China gold reserves 54.45 mln fine troy oz at end-Aug - c.bank

BEIJING, Sept 30 (Reuters) - China's gold reserves stood at 54.45 million fine troy ounces at the end of August, up from 53.93 million at the end of July, the central bank said on Wednesday.


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PRECIOUS-Platinum hits 6-1/2-year low, pares losses on bargain hunting

* Gold extends losses to third day (Adds comment, byline, NEW YORK dateline; updates prices)


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Tuesday's ETF Movers: GDX, XBI

In trading on Tuesday, the Gold Miners ETF (GDX) is outperforming other ETFs, up about 2% on the day. Components of that ETF showing particular strength include shares of Eldorado Gold (EGO), up about 8.4% and shares of Anglogold Ashanti (AU), up about 6.7% on the day.

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PRECIOUS-Platinum slides to 6-1/2 year low below $900/oz

* Gold extends losses to third day (Updates prices, adds comment)


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PRECIOUS-Platinum extends slide, falls below $900 to 6-1/2 year low

* Gold extends losses to third day (Updates throughout, changes dateline, pvs SINGAPORE)


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Monday, September 28, 2015

Despite Trip To NBA Finals, 2015-16 Cleveland Cavaliers Tickets Down Over 50% On Resale Market

14 months have passed since LeBron James set social media platforms ablaze and declared his return to the Cleveland Cavaliers. In that time, the Cavs have watched the pumpkin turn to a gold-studded carriage, shifting from perennial losers to defending Eastern Conference Champions. And though James will continue to lead [...]

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Trump And Taxes: A Bush-Like Plan From 'The Donald'

  The flat tax is the gold standard for genuine tax reform and Mr. Trump's plan obviously falls short by that test. (DOMINICK REUTER/AFP/Getty Images) It's been a challenge to assess Donald Trump's fiscal policies since they've been an eclectic and evolving mix of good and bad soundbites. Though I did like what [...]

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IAU, EFZ: Big ETF Inflows

Comparing units outstanding versus one week ago at the coverage universe of ETFs at ETF Channel, the biggest inflow was seen in the iShares Gold Trust (IAU), which added 3,300,000 units, or a 0.6% increase week over week.

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All To Save €300 Per Volkswagen Jetta TDI

Volkswagen development head Ulrich Hackenberg introduces a new Gold Variant TDI bluemotion during a preview of German car maker Volkswagen Group on March 4, 2013 ahead of the Geneva Car Show in Geneva. AFP PHOTO / FABRICE COFFRINI (Photo credit should read FABRICE COFFRINI/AFP/Getty Images) At the heart of any manufacturer's [...]

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All That Glitters Is Not Gold

Between 2008 and 2011, with the U.S. in the throes of recession, gold prices doubled. Today, gold pricing is down considerably, as the U.S. economy strengthens. Why is this important? Well, like any other type of investment, we need to look at the past to understand where we are presently. So, is gold a good investment?

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Friday, September 25, 2015

Free EnterpriseVoice: 7 Steps To Repeat Success: Skype's First Employee Strikes Gold Again

What do you do after you’ve already struck professional gold? That’s a question Taavet Hinrikus, who was Skype’s first employee, had to grapple with. Yet his international money transfer startup, TransferWise, shows he was in no way a one-hit wonder.

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PRECIOUS-Gold eases as Yellen remarks on rates boost dollar

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In A Gold Rush, Sell Picks And Shovels

For the tech industry, it’s becoming quite clear that we’re in some very unusual times. Valuations are sky-high, venture capital is flowing, and exits are occurring at a high rate. Because of this, many entrepreneurs are being seduced by the siren song of software and the promise of riches. But there’s [...]

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PRECIOUS-Gold falls 1 pct as Yellen speech on rates boosts dollar

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For World Cup Winner Sydney Leroux, The Road to Rio 2016 Awaits

Sydney Leroux is one of the U.S. Women’s National Team’s most dynamic, celebrated, and intriguing players. She won a World Cup this summer, she already had an Olympic gold medal, and she’s still just 25 years old. Amazingly, she’s capable of being even better and winning a lot more. I [...]

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PRECIOUS-Gold falls 1 pct as Yellen speech on rates boosts dollar

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Greek govt to meet Eldorado over gold mine closure on Monday

ATHENS, Sept 25 (Reuters) - Greece's newly appointed government will meet Canada's Eldorado Gold next week to discuss the closure of its Greek gold mine, Energy Minister Panos Skourletis said on Friday.


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Greek govt to meet Eldorado over gold mine closure on Monday

ATHENS, Sept 25 (Reuters) - Greece's newly appointed government will meet Canada's Eldorado Gold next week to discuss the closure of its Greek gold mine, Energy Minister Panos Skourletis said on...


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Argentine judge lifts order against Barrick Gold's Veladero mine

BUENOS AIRES, Sept 24 (Reuters) - An Argentine judge on Thursday lifted his order forbidding Barrick Gold Corp's from pumping cyanide solution for the leaching process in its Veladero mine, saying a...


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Argentine judge lifts order against Barrick Gold's Veladero mine

BUENOS AIRES, Sept 24 (Reuters) - An Argentine judge on Thursday lifted his order forbidding Barrick Gold Corp's from pumping cyanide solution for the leaching process in its Veladero mine, saying a leak had not contaminated water in the surrounding area.


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