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

WorleyParsons Set For Strong Growth

Mar 08 2011

Management at WorleyParsons delivered positive earnings commentary at an investor day last week.


The Overnight Report: The Oil Rollercoaster

Mar 08 2011

The oil price fell and rose and fell again last night as investors continued to jump ship, with metals now joining in the selling. Dow down 79.


The Monday Report

Mar 07 2011

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


Weakening USD Puts Commodities On A Roll

Mar 04 2011

Technical market analysts see pressure increasing on USD while highlighting this further stimulates commodities.


Exploration Spending Suggests Upside For Imdex

Mar 03 2011

Drilling products and services provider Imdex reported strong interim earnings and Moelis sees further growth potential in coming years.


The Overnight Report: Indecision

Mar 03 2011

Wall Street bounced around the flatline last night, balancing economic data and news of a battle in Libya. Dow up 8.


March Bias Positive For Both Equities And Oil

Mar 02 2011

Barclays Capital’s analysis of monthly seasonal trends shows March is usually a positive month for equities, as well as for oil and natural gas.


Material Matters: Platinum, Oil, Bulks and Fertilisers

Mar 02 2011

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities with positives for platinum, coal and iron ore, a ook at oil and base metals and an update on fertiliser prices.


The Overnight Report: Middle East Tensions Escalate

Mar 02 2011

Violent clashes in Iran; troops deployed in Oman; cleric detained in Saudi Arabia; Libyan assets frozen. Oil soars and stocks tumble. Dow down 168.


The Overnight Report: The Bulls Are Back

Mar 01 2011

Wall Street has shrugged off Libya and turned back to local data in providing a solid month-end. Dow up 95.



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