Key findings: P2041 - Mining: Production and sales, December 2005

The total mining production for the year 2005, increased by 2,7% compared with the year 2004.
The total mining production for the fourth quarter of 2005, after seasonal adjustment, decreased by 3,1% compared with the previous quarter.
The seasonally adjusted value of mineral sales at current prices for the three months ended November 2005 reflected an increase of 1,5% compared with the previous three months.