Daily FNArena News

Coal market still in oversupply, iron ore pricing looks firm, Australia’s steel market is cautiously optimistic and nickel prices may get much-needed support.

ANZ chartists suggest the US stock market uptrend in place since the 1930’s remains unbroken, while the outlook for Australia is not quite so clear.

Brokers are toughening their stance on Cochlear after the company delivered guidance for no profit growth in FY14.

Peter Switzer of the Switzer Super Report suggests interest rates in Australia will have to return to normal before bank deposits again offer better value than stocks.

There’s a lot riding on an improvement in consumer spending. Brokers take a look at what it means for the shopping sector.

Forex.com’s Kathleen Brooks tries to inject some sanity into the drawn out saga that has become from the political stand-off in the US.

A wrap of the day’s activity on the Australian stock market.

Saxo Bank believes a global slowdown is imminent as QE is not working, while Morgan Stanley remains positive on Australia from FY15.

OZ Minerals has disappointed brokers and the market by downgrading production guidance for 2013. What does it mean for the outlook?

Michael Gable of Fairmont Equities suggests that while any more negatives out of Washington might see another dip, BHP should otherwise look to $40 once more.