This publication looks at trends in mergers, acquisitions and capital raising for the mining and metals sector in 1H 2010.

This issue outlines some of the key practical implications Ernst & Young raised in its comment letter to the IASB on the extractive activities.

In this publication, sections 1502 through to 1504 cover the issues of conflict minerals disclosures, mine safety disclosures, and publish what you pay disclosures.

Given the state of the economy and rising metals demands, fraud remains a top concern for corporate executives. Learn how to detect it.

The 2010 Ernst & Young business risk report identifies the top 10 global strategic risks in the mining and metals sector. Read more.

In this report, we examine transactions and financing in the mining and metals sector for 2009.

This paper covers the debt level of mining companies and looks at the impact of economic cycles on the appropriate level of debt.

Joint ventures: a new source of capital for the sector in the wake of the credit crisis and the different forms they can take.

Directors from 40 of top 100 mining and metals companies offer views on challenges faced through the tax life cycle: planning, provisions, compliance and controversy.

Accelerated decision-making, operational flexibility and alternative financing options could mean the difference between surviving and thriving through the recession.