Europe May Balk At Mining Mega-Merger
A report surfaced that the European Union may object to BHP Billiton's proposed Rio Tinto takeover on antitrust grounds, sending both companies' shares plummeting in Sydney.
BHP Billiton executives say Rio Tinto takeover bid will go to European regulators within weeks
A BHP Billiton Ltd. executive said the world's largest miner will submit its first paperwork with European Union regulators regarding its planned takeover of rival Rio Tinto Ltd. within weeks. 
BHP Billiton books production records
BHP Billiton Ltd has booked full year production records for seven of the many commodities it sells, despite higher costs and supply disruptions.
Nickel 'key' commodity to BHP Billiton
BHP Billiton chairman Don Argus says the Ravensthorpe nickel mine highlights that the mineral is a key part of the resource giant's commodities mix.
BHP profit up 15%
BHP Billiton's full-year net income is $US15.4 billion, an increase of 15% over the previous year.
BHP poised for record profit
BHP Billiton Ltd, the world's biggest mining company, is set to deliver a record annual profit in excess of $US15 billion ($A17.26 billion).
Stocks close higher driven by miners
The Australian share market closed moderately higher, driven by renewed strength in global miners BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto.
Shares of BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto...
Shares of BHP Billiton Ltd. and Rio Tinto Ltd. surged in Australia on Wednesday as fresh rumors swirled around the two companies linked by what could be the largest takeover...
EU widens antitrust probe into BHP Billiton's proposed acquisition of Rio Tinto
The European Commission on Friday widened its antitrust probe into the proposed acquisition of Rio Tinto Inc. by BHP Billiton Ltd., saying an initial investigation revealed concerns about higher prices and reduced choice for EU customers of the mining concerns.
BHP out to smash profit record
BHP BILLITON will this afternoon report its second set of earnings since launching a $US170 billion hostile scrip bid for Rio Tinto in February, setting the stage for another war of words between the duelling miners.
Fortescue ship refloated in Port Hedland
BHP Billiton says the grounding of a ship at the Port Hedland harbour illustrates why third parties should not be given access to its Pilbara rail network.
BHP Billiton ties up Canadian potash...
AFP - British-Australian mining giant BHP Billiton has agreed to buy Anglo Potash for 284 million Canadian dollars (144 million pounds).
BHP Billiton will buy Canadian potash
British-Australian mining giant BHP Billiton has agreed to buy Anglo Potash for $A300 million.
BHP Billiton ties up Canadian potash...
AFP - British-Australian mining giant BHP Billiton said Monday it had agreed to buy Anglo Potash for 284 million Canadian dollars (182 million euros, 282 million US dollars).
To the brink of war
The inside story of Rio Tinto's iron ore battle with China. The final round of brinkmanship in the iron ore wars took place on the afternoon of June 23 at a Baosteel office in...
Exxon, BHP approve $US1.25b project
ExxonMobil and BHP Billiton have approved a second major oil and gas development in the Bass Strait, after giving the go-ahead to a $A1.3 billion project.
BHP Billiton and Antam sign agreement to develop nickel resources in Indonesia
Global mining giant BHP Billiton and Indonesia's Antam Tbk have signed a joint venture agreement to develop nickel laterite resources in eastern Indonesia.
BHP Billiton shares surge on report that Chinese companies seek a stake in the miner
The Australia-listed shares of BHP Billiton Ltd. rose more than 4 percent Friday to a record high of 50 Australian dollars (US$46.74; €30.21) amid further speculation about Chinese interest in a stake in the company.
BHP, Mitsubishi in $2.5b coal deal
BHP Billiton and Mitsubishi Corp. will pay $2.5b to acquire the New Saraji coal project in Australia from New Hope Corp. as demand from steelmakers surges.
E.U. Stands In BHP's Way
The company's proposed Rio Tinto takeover is halted by the European Union over antitrust issues.
BHP In The Hot Seat
The Anglo-Australian mining giant's shares tumbled after it reported slowed China growth and predicted further uncertainty.
Road Looks Smoother For BHP's Rio Bid
Australia's competition regulator greenlighted the takeover proposal, which could signal that the European Commission may decide the same way, putting pressure on the target firm.
BHP, China's Baosteel agree iron ore...
BHP Billiton Ltd. said Friday that China's Baosteel, negotiating on behalf of the Chinese steel industry, agreed to price hikes of up to 96.5 percent for iron ore supplies this...
BHP matches Rio's iron ore deal
BHP Billiton has settled for an iron ore price rise in line with that received by rival Rio Tinto.
EU widens Billiton-Rio Tinto probe
The European Commission on Friday widened its antitrust probe into the proposed acquisition of Rio Tinto Inc. by BHP Billiton Ltd., saying an initial investigation revealed...