The total value of shipments of minerals declines during the last quarter of 2021
During the last quarter of 2021, the total value of shipments of minerals posted an overall decrease of 11.9% compared with the previous quarter, after experiencing a sharp drop during the month of October. While subsequent increases were reported in November and December, they were not enough to counter October's decrease. Lower shipment values for gold, iron ore and copper were mainly responsible for the decline.
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