Base Metals and Minerals

Lithium Rising As Electric Vehicles Take Hold

Sam Green of TradersCircle investigates the rapid global shift towards electric vehicles.

Feb 10 2017

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities. Macquarie cuts oil and LNG price outlook; Philippines throws another spanner in nickel works; China’s looming capacity reductions.

Feb 07 2017


Manganese Is Energy Critical

Ahead of the Herd’s Rick Mills makes the case for manganese.

Feb 01 2017

More copper and less gold production is expected from OZ Minerals in coming years and Carrapateena’s imminent feasibility study could be a catalyst for the stock.

Jan 31 2017


Previous Stories

Treasure Chest: Spitfire Could Take Off

Oct 26 2011

FNArena’s Treasure Chest reports on money making ideas from stockbrokers and other experts. New survey technology could be the key to further exploration success for Spitfire Resources. DJ Carmichael tips a re-rating.


The Copper Enigma: Surplus Or Deficit For 2012?

Oct 26 2011

While supply side issues continue to impact on copper, opinions are divided as to whether or not the market will be in surplus or deficit in 2012.


The Overnight Report: Delay

Oct 26 2011

A cancellation of tonight’s finance ministers meeting has forced a delay in final ratification for the European solution and some weak US data added to the mood. Dow down 205.


Rally Ahead For Rare Earth Stocks?

Oct 25 2011

Investment U suggests investors should keep an eye on the rare earth market as prices may be approaching a bottom.


The Overnight Report: And Again We Go Up

Oct 25 2011

Strong US earnings, China’s PMI and hints from Europe had Wall Street up again, and commodities off to the races. Dow up 104.


Western Areas On The Compass

Oct 24 2011

Western Areas delivered solid nickel production in the September quarter but whereto the nickel price?


Top Ten Weekly Recommendation, Target Price, Earnings Forecast Changes

Oct 24 2011

Weekly update on recommendation, target price, and earnings forecast changes.


The Monday Report

Oct 24 2011

Wrap of events affecting the market on Friday night and the weekend and a preview of the week ahead.


The Overnight Report: See You On Wednesday

Oct 21 2011

Merkozy has now declared a definitive agreement on Europe will be announced next Wednesday as copper plummets on a Chinese clampdown. Dow up 37.


Chinese Copper Stocks A Surprise

Oct 20 2011

Jonathan Barratt of Barratt’s Bulletin analyses the implications of suprisingly large copper stockpiles.



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