Daily FNArena News

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities with updates on expectations for base and precious metal markets, differeing views on nickel and the influence of China on steel and iron ore prices.

Oil Search delivered a solid 2011 result and with 2012 a big year for exploration and progress at the PNG LNG project, equity brokers continue to see valuation upside.

Technical analysts believe gold has been building a base for the next rally upwards.

Interim earnings were better than expected and the Barangaroo South project remains a likely catalyst, so equities brokers continue to rate Lend Lease as a Buy.

FIIG suggests new notes issued by CBA wealth manager Colonial offer a good yield for their low-end risk.

FNArena’s weekly update on short positions in the Australian share market.

The RBA minutes reveal a board content with current settings but with room to move were global factors to dictate further action.

FNArena’s Treasure Chest reports on money making ideas from stockbrokers and other experts. Bulk commodity analysts at UBS have issued their loudest warning thus far this year.

ATW’s Jerry Simmons is expecting break-out moves for gold and equities this week.

The spot uranium price remains on hold with only one small transaction completed last week.