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Operating in a turbulent and changing environment requires a shift in priorities from “growth for growth’s sake” to a committed focus on capital optimization. Read about the 9M trends and the outlook.

Confidence in doing deals is improving and companies will be taking advantage of strategic partnering opportunities going forward. Read more about our survey results.

Mining and metals businesses face risks that are becoming more extreme and more complex, with resource nationalism, skills shortage and infrastructure as the top three, and the newcomer being sharing the benefits.

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.

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.

Exploration has significantly lagged domestic demand growth for minerals in India, and this activity needs to pick up pace. The challenges are surmountable and mining can be a significant contributor to the socio-economic development of vast mineral rich districts of India. The paper explores the challenges and opportunities of exploration in this growing market.

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.