McEwen Mining (MUX) gains on dividend news

McEwen Mining Inc.

shares took on 2.1% to $1.00, on word it will pay an annual dividend of $0.01 per share which represents a yield of approximately 1% based on the current share price. The dividend will be paid on a semi-annual basis. Share volume was 98,000, compared to an all-day average of 290,000