One of the reasons I do not think consolidation/merge will not happen for a while is because as you state, we would be even more attractive. So being just two friendly companies works best for now.

I also agree that biggies are keeping back because of the unsettled issues with natives.

I shudder to think what will happen once those issues are ageed upon. As you say - We just might not get a chance to build any mines.

Man do I hate to agree with anyone, lol.