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

Australia’s Two-Speed Conundrum

Apr 13 2010

The RBA may have to change the way it approaches interest rates given the dominance of the booming resource states over the sluggish southern states.


Material Matters: RMB Revaluation Takes Centre Stage

Apr 09 2010

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities. Are the Chinese finally ready to revalue their currency? Who will benefit most?


Regulator To Standardise Broker Ratings

Apr 01 2010

In the ongoing process of post-GFC regulatory changes, ASIC is looking to formalise stock broker recommendations in the wake of investor complaints.


BHP Makes History

Mar 31 2010

BHP has successfully smashed the longstanding annual benchmark pricing system for iron ore, ushering in a new world of riches (at least in the near term).


Commodities Higher On Euro, End Of Quarter Buying

Mar 31 2010

Prices for commodities continue rising fueled by euro strength and end of quarter buying.


Experts See Continued Price Support For Commodities

Mar 29 2010

As commodity prices continue to recover from the February correction more brokers have taken time to review their outlooks for various markets in the sector.


Remember The Super-Cycle?

Mar 24 2010

Call it the “super-cycle”, call it “stronger for longer” or call it neither, but post-GFC analysts are back arguing strong upside for commodity prices from here.


FNArena News Alert: Vale Demands Iron Ore Price Rise Of 114%

Mar 24 2010

Brazil’s Vale is reportedly demanding a price rise of 114% and this is likely to provide iron stocks with a boost today.


Investing For Commodity Price Increases

Mar 17 2010

Coal prices are already being set a much higher levels, iron ore prices are set to see even greater increases and copper’s getting up there again too. Is it a resource sector bonanza for investors?


Grange Resources To Benefit From Iron Ore Pellet Premium

Mar 15 2010

An improving iron ore price outlook is seen as especially good news for pellet producer Grange Resources.



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