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Tax changes mean Canadian companies undertaking resource exploration or exploitation abroad will have to think strategically when it comes to attracting talent and keeping their growth strategies on schedule over the next four years.

Looking for value in volatility, we look at the major trends in transactions and financing in 2011 and the outlook for 2012 from a commodity and regional perspective.

Growth in steelmaking capacity still exceeds demand, with significant over-capacity putting pressure on operators’ profitability. Discover the significant challenges for this sector, how steelmakers can compete for growth and the outlook for 2012.

A 67% increase in deal value totalling US$132 billion reveals cashed-up mining and metals companies are taking advantage of recent declines in valuations to pursue mergers and acquisitions this year.

Mining and metals companies have stronger balance sheets and valuations have decreased, potentially increasing M&A opportunities. But M&A decisions are more difficult than ever.

As Africa embarks on its growth trajectory, the value that lies beneath can only be unlocked by investors who understand the mining and investment environment in each country. This survey compares 13 mining African countries and the criteria which would affect your investment decisions.

Resource nationalism tops the mining and metals risks list while supply capacity issues like skills shortage, capital allocation and infrastructure access continue to dominate the business agenda. Learn more in our annual report Business risks facing mining and metals 2011–2012.

Managing the complexity of major capital projects in today’s landscape has never been more challenging, critical or costly. The report discusses the challenges and risks in capital project execution and the ways of effectively managing these extensive capital projects for successful outcomes.