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 Monday Report

Feb 16 2015

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


The Overnight Report: Putin On A Show

Feb 13 2015

Russia has agreed to a ceasefire in Ukraine, again, boosting stock and commodity markets. Dow up 110. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Material Matters: Oil, Copper, Coal And Iron Ore

Feb 12 2015

Oil likely to reverse again; Chinese copper demand should increase; coal scarcity; iron ore prices can go lower.


The Overnight Report: Endless Greece

Feb 12 2015

The Greek debate continues while oil prices drift lower once more. Dow down 6. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Buy It Anyway

Feb 11 2015

Greece was dismissed last night on Wall Street and another fall in the oil price failed to dampen enthusiasm. Dow up 139. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Greece Lightning

Feb 10 2015

Markets are beginning to see a Grexit as a likely outcome while China’s numbers also weighed last night. Dow down 95. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Monday Report

Feb 09 2015

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


The Overnight Report: Damn The Torpedoes

Feb 06 2015

With oil rebounding once more, the EU upgrading growth expectations and US earnings proving net positive, Wall Street is liking it. Dow up 211. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Sizing Up BHP

Feb 05 2015

The Chartist suggests BHP Billiton’s “parabolic” rally may present a pullback and buying opportunity.


The Overnight Report: Oh, It Was Just A Dream

Feb 05 2015

Oil crashed back to earth last night, although a Chinese easing measure provided some relief. Dow up 6. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)



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