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

The Overnight Report: Good Enough

Jul 31 2015

The US GDP fell slightly short but Wall Street recovered from an initial drop. Dow down 5. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: September Still Open

Jul 30 2015

The latest Fed statement has not ruled out a September rate hike. Dow up 121. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


China: Stock Shocker Or BHP Booster?

Jul 29 2015

Peter Switzer of the Switzer Super Report discusses when it might be safe to start buying resource sector stocks once more.


The Overnight Report: Don’t Worry, We Buy

Jul 29 2015

Global stock and commodity markets rebounded last night following Chinese government assurances of stock market support. Dow up 189. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Shanghai Shock

Jul 28 2015

A late 8.5% plunge for the Shanghai index sent stock markets down around the globe last night. Dow down 127. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Fortescue At Whim Of Iron Ore Price

Jul 27 2015

Fortescue Metals delivered robust FY15 production but given the current outlook for iron ore, most brokers are unsure as to whether margins can be maintained.


The Monday Report

Jul 27 2015

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


The Overnight Report: More Earnings Pain

Jul 24 2015

The US earnings season is bringing little joy as Wall Street heads back to the low end of its range. Dow down 119. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


South32’s Results Eagerly Awaited

Jul 23 2015

South32 delivered a solid June quarter production report but brokers keenly await details in the upcoming inaugural FY15 results.


The Overnight Report: Earnings Jitters

Jul 23 2015

Apple and Microsoft became the latest big US names to be sold down on disappointing earnings results last night. Dow down 68. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)



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