Mining and Metals – London as a centre for global finance | Global mining and metals transactions – 2011 trends, 2012 outlook 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. Capital Confidence Barometer: Mining and Metals 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. Effective capital project execution 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. Global M&A and capital raising trends 1H 2011 While mining and metals companies completed twice as many megadeals in the first half of 2011 vs. 1H 2010, other factors increase the volatility and risk around M&A activity. Despite this, momentum is growing and we expect significant IPO activity in the second half of 2011. Also, find out which countries and commodities led the global economy out of recession in 2010 in our global mining and metals report, which looks at the major trends in 2010 and the outlook for the sector in 2011. Business risks facing mining and metals 2011 – 2012 Our report reveals that the top three global business risks for mining and metals in 2011 and 2012 are resource nationalism, skills shortage and infrastructure access. What are the other risks rounding out our top 10 list? Find out in our annual report. Technology minerals: Rare earth race is on The forecast shortfall in rare earths supply over the coming years has sparked a race to reap the rewards. Our paper analyses rare earths advanced exploration companies and expected demand trends, as well as the supply issue, sources of funding and the challenges and risks inherent in exiting rare earth projects. |
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