Daily FNArena News

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities. Iron ore in China; thermal coal; and alumina.

FNArena’s Monitor keeps track of corporate earnings result releases, including broker views, ratings and target price changes and beat/miss assessments.

The outlook for Commonwealth Bank warrants caution, brokers suggest, despite a strong core retail banking franchise.

While IOOF is confident its platform and advice segments can withstand regulatory scrutiny, several brokers are more cautious about dismissing the industry impact from the ongoing Royal Commission.

The challenge brokers foresee for Transurban is generating growth off an increasingly large and complex base.

FNArena’s Monitor keeps track of corporate earnings result releases, including broker views, ratings and target price changes and beat/miss assessments.

The next phase of growth is being revealed at Lend Lease as increasing amounts of capital are being allocated to development.

Peter Switzer of the Switzer Super Report weighs up the argument that fin-techs and US Big Tech could ultimately lead Australian banks into obsolescence.

Seek has disappointed those on the lookout for extra profits in FY19 as it ramps up expenditure to capture market share.

Michael Gable of Fairmont Equities notes Genworth Mortgage Insurance has rebounded to critical resistance.