Daily FNArena News

Valuation issues and different views on copper keep stockbroker opinions on OZ Minerals divided.

Today’s data released in China mostly beat market expectations, but contrary to last year, that is no longer such good news.

While many ascribe the recent ups and downs of oil to speculation, data from Danske also singles out the tight correlation oil has with the euro.

BHP Billiton’s quarterly production report was something of a mixed bag.

Stockbrokers are taking the view there’s value up for grabs in Macquarie shares as the improving earnings outlook is not fully priced into the stock yet.

The magnitude of Flight Centre’s lift to FY10 earnings guidance has taken the market by surprise.

Consumer confidence in Australia remains “very strong” into the new calendar year, reports Westpac.

Saxo Bank has delivered its annual list of outrageous claims for the year ahead while also offering its top trade ideas for 2010.

While opinions may be divided on the prospects for gold over the year ahead, sector preferences are fairly consistent.

The U3O8 spot price has tumbled more than 1.5%, attracting new demand, reports TradeTech.