Iron Ore

Brokers brushed aside a robust first half result for Aurizon, instead looking at the issues which cloud the outlook beyond FY17.

Feb 14 2017

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities. China and coal; ASX gold sector; outlook for energy sector; iron ore prices.

Feb 09 2017


A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities. Silver use in PV cells; tight zinc markets; China’s coal policies; dividend outlook for miners.

Jan 30 2017

BlueScope Steel has upgraded earnings estimates for the first half and brokers welcome the work done to improve the outlook and balance sheet.

Jan 25 2017


Previous Stories

Exploration Success Beckons For Nimrodel Resources

Jan 30 2012

Exploration success is likely to see Nimrodel Resources add to its coal resource in Botswana, suggests DJ Carmichael.


Weekly Broker Wrap: Building And Digging A Good Year

Jan 30 2012

The 2012 outlook for Australian Building and Materials companies looks to be a lot better than some of the doom and gloom merchants have been habitually predicting.


Baltic Baloney

Jan 19 2012

Much has been said about the Baltic Dry Index and its implications of late, but this forward indicator lost its credibility long ago.


Steel Price Upturn Expected In 2012

Dec 23 2011

While conditions in global markets remain mixed, steel industry consultant MEPS expects an upturn in steel prices in 2012.


Material Matters: Chinese Confidence, Headwinds And Oil

Dec 22 2011

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities with ANZ noting Chinese confidence remains solid, NAB sees ongoing market headwinds and JP Morgan and UBS offer updates on the oil market.


The Short Report

Dec 21 2011

FNArena’s weekly update on short positions in the Australian share market.


Botswana Coal Resource Makes Nimrodel A Stand-Out

Dec 19 2011

DJ Carmichael has initiated coverage on Nimrodel Resources with a Spec Buy rating, seeing upside from a significant coal resource at the Takatokwane coal project in Botswana.


Top Ten Weekly Recommendation, Target Price, Earnings Forecast Changes

Dec 19 2011

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


Whitehaven-Aston ‘Merger’ Receives Thumbs Up

Dec 14 2011

Consolidation in the Australian coal sector looks set to continue, with Whitehaven Coal and Aston Resources proposing a merger of equals.


The Short Report

Dec 14 2011

FNArena’s weekly update on short positions in the Australian share market.



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