Topic: BHP Billiton Ltd.

Gold prices, commodities fall on China weakness

Gold prices drop more than $20 an ounce. Copper, oil, and soybean prices also decline as concerns mount about an economic slowdown in China. Gold prices close below $1,650 an ounce.

Stocks down amid falling Chinese demand

The Dow dropped 68 points to close at 13170 Tuesday after two reports suggested an economic slowdown in China.

West Africa Rising: the makings of an iron ore boom?

Major multinational mining companies have been flocking to West Africa over the past few years, as iron ore's soaring price and Africa's cheap labor have offset concerns about regional instability.

Gulf oil spill aftermath: 'Drill, baby, drill' era may be gone forever

The Gulf oil spill was capped a year ago Friday, but offshore drilling is still far off its pre-spill pace. With a new regulatory agency putting a greater emphasis on safety, the industry might have to adjust to a new normal.

Stocks end down for fifth day after Bernanke

After gains early in the day, the session closed lower, with the Dow declining about 19 points

Commodity trading: Plunge in US hits Asian stocks

Commodity trading reversals in US cause Japan and Korean markets to fall. Asian mining, energy companies drop with negative cast to commodity trading.

Stock prices rise as Egypt's crisis eases

Stock prices climb Monday in Asia and Europe. Stock prices expected to rise in the US.

Warning: why cheaper money won't mean more jobs

Lowering the cost of capital will only help corporations with their wave of mergers and acquisitions, meaning more pink slips for everyone else.

Stock prices rose modestly despite slow economic recovery

Stock prices rose modestly Monday as investors tentatively moved back into the market after a fresh round of merger and acquisition activity.

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His life and stocks align

Robert Loest applies his daily values to his socially responsible investment fund's portfolio.

Iraq opens door to foreign bidding to increase oil output

Exxon Mobil, Chevron, and Shell are among the prequalified companies vying for contracts.

Tighter Australia-China ties worry Asian neighbors

India and Japan are wary as political, economic links strengthen amid a mining boom.

Tighter Australia-China ties worry Asian neighbors

India and Japan are wary as political, economic links strengthen amid a mining boom.