Metal Ore Mining
http://www.firstresearch.com
Profiles cover key aspects of an industry's size, scope, and operations, recent news and developments,
industry trends, risks, and opportunities, and include a five-year industry forecast. Profiles are
updated quarterly and include:
National Mining Association
Information resources available free online from this trade association include:
Fast Facts About Minerals
http://www.nma.org/statistics/fast_facts.asp#minerals
Answers to frequently asked questions about metal and mineral production and usage.
Minerals
http://www.nma.org/statistics/minerals.asp
Current and historical statistical data on metal and mineral production, consumption, trade, transport,
workforce, and other information.
Gold and Silver
http://www.nma.org/statistics/gold_silver.asp
Current and historical statistical data on gold and silver production and producers.
Mining Forecast
http://www.nma.org/newsroom/press_releases.asp#
Search for "forecast"
Annual forecast for gold, silver, and copper production and consumption.
Iron Ore Mining
(21221)
Gold and Silver Ore Mining
(21222)
Copper, Lead, and Zinc Mining
(21223)
Molybdenum and Other Metal Ore Mining
(21229)
Reports provide in-depth industry analysis and a five-year industry forecast, with special focus on
the underlying structure and external forces and relationships that affect an industry and its performance.
Report sections include:
U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Department of Interior
Information resources available free online from this organization include:
Mineral Industry Surveys
http://minerals.usgs.gov/minerals/
Statistical data on production, distribution, stocks, and consumption of significant mineral commodities.
Minerals Yearbook
http://minerals.usgs.gov/minerals/
Annual publication contains statistical data on approximately 90 metal and mineral commodities
in the U.S. and over 175 other countries, and includes information on economic and technical trends
and development.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Career Guide to Industries - Mining
http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs004.htm
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education
and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All
information is free online.
Industry Market Research Reports
Metal Mining
http://www.marketresearch.com Search for specific terms or keywords
In-depth business market research reports include information on market size and market segmentation;
marketing strategy; product and market forecasts; business trends, risks, and opportunities; key participant
profiles; market share data; and more. Summary abstract and detailed table of contents for each market
research report is accessible free online.
Industry Market Analysis Reports
Metal Mining
http://www.bizminer.com Select "Mining - 1000"
Industry statistics for metal mining companies include industry sales and sales trends, market size
and market share by sales class, average company sales and sales per employee, staffing and employment
trends, business start up activity and failure rates, and other business statistics on a national,
state, and metropolitan area level. Sample market analysis reports can be viewed free online.
More Industry Research and Analysis
For more business research and analysis available from Standard & Poor's, Freedonia, Euromonitor,
Dun & Bradstreet, and other sources—including key business statistics, market research and analysis,
and business trends and forecasts for a wide range of industries, see
Industry Overview, Issues, Trends, and Outlook.
Industry Financial Ratios
Metal Mining
http://www.bizminer.com Select "Mining - 1000"
Five-year comparative financial statement analysis includes income statements with expense detail,
balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key business and financial ratios for metal mining companies.
Reports are available by sales size range, and also in small business, sole proprietor, and business
start up versions. Sample reports with detailed financial ratio analysis can be viewed free online.
CostMine
Mining Cost Service
http://costs.infomine.com/miningcostservice/
Comprehensive reference guide for mine costs including smelting, taxes, mine and mill equipment, electric
power, transportation, labor; mine and mill supply, development, and natural gas costs.
Selected data free online.
More Industry Financial Analysis
For more business financial information and analysis available from Integra Information, RMA Annual Financial Statement Studies, and other sources—including financial statements, financial ratios, and other key performance indicators and benchmarks for a wide range of industries, see Industry Financial Information and Financial Ratios.
CostMine
U.S. Metal and Industrial Mineral Mine Salaries, Wages & Benefits
http://costs.infomine.com/laborcompensationreports/
Report provides salary information for managerial, technical, and administrative personnel; hourly
wage scales by job title; incentive and benefit plan information; and comparative statistical tables
for compensation and benefits for union and non-union, eastern and western, surface and underground,
and metal vs. industrial mineral mines.
Selected data free
online.
ERI Economic Research Institute
Copper and Nickel / Gold / Silver / Uranium and Other Ore Mining Salary Surveys
http://salary-surveys.erieri.com/
Survey provides compensation data for executive, management, and hourly personnel on a national and
state level by company size. Complete listing of job positions included in the survey and sample pages
for selected positions are accessible free online.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Career Guide to Industries - Mining
http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs004.htm
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education
and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All
information is free online.
Officer Compensation ExpenseSee "
BizMiner Industry Financial Ratios" above for report including this data.
Five-year comparative financial analysis details officer compensation expense in both dollars and as a percentage of sales. Available by sales size range, and also in small business, sole proprietor, and business start up versions. Sample financial reports can be viewed free online.
More Compensation and Salary Data
For more compensation and salary survey data available from ERI Economic Research Institute, PayScale, Salary.com, and other sources—including average salary, salary range, incentive compensation, and employee benefits information for a wide range of jobs and industries, see Compensation and Salary Surveys.
Valuing Mining Companies
Kernot, Woodhead Publishing Ltd
http://www.woodheadpublishing.com/en/book.aspx?bookID=340
Publication provides historical background information and an overview of mining techniques and processes,
with separate chapters addressing taxation, accounting, financing, and valuation topics. Detailed
table of contents is available free online. Publication can also be purchased at
Amazon.com.
Stock Research Portal
Valuation of Mining Companies
http://www.stockresearchportalblog.com/category/valuation-of-mining-companies/
E-book on valuing mining companies written as a series of 17 blog posts. Topics covered include investment
overview, exploration and mine development, risk assessment, valuation methods, and required rates
of return. All information is free online.
BVMarketData
Private Company Sales Transactions Databases
Pratt's Stats® http://www.bvmarketdata.com/PSAdvSearch.asp
BIZCOMPS® http://www.bvmarketdata.com/BIZAdvSearch.asp
Free "Visitor Search" allows users to search thousands of private company sales transactions by SIC Code, NAICS Code, or business description for comparable business sale transaction data, including revenue, earnings, and EBITDA multiples. Data can be purchased as a single report or by subscription.
More Business Sale Transaction Data
For more business sale transaction data available from BizBuySell®, Done Deals, MergerStat, Public Stats™, and other sources for a wide range of industries, see Business Valuation Multiples and Merger & Acquisition Transaction Data.
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