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: Dress Those Windows

Jun 27 2014

A rebound rally on Bridge Street yesterday and a turnaround rally on Wall Street last night hint at fund manager attempts to enhance returns for year/quarter end. Dow down 21. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: The Great Non-Recession

Jun 26 2014

The US economy contracted by an historic 2.9% in the March quarter, so Wall Street rallied. Dow up 49. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Australian Production Phase And Resultant Currency Impact

Jun 25 2014

Australia’s resource sector is shifting into a production phase from an investment phase which should suggest upward pressure on the Aussie dollar from increased exports, but ANZ argues this is not necessarily the case.


The Overnight Report: Profit-Taking

Jun 25 2014

As end of quarter approaches and risks rise, Wall Street decided last night it was time to lock in gains for the end of the quarter. Dow down 119. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Material Matters: Aluminium, Nickel, Gold, Copper And Iron Ore

Jun 24 2014

Aluminium in vehicles; picking nickel and gold stocks; copper looks oversold; iron ore risks.


The Overnight Report: Summer’s Here

Jun 24 2014

With US valuations full and summer now arrived, Wall Street is vacating to the Hamptons. Dow down 9. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Monday Report

Jun 23 2014

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


The Overnight Report: Gold Soars

Jun 20 2014

Stocks took a breather on Wall Street last night but the inflation debate heated up as short-covering sent gold up 3.4%. Dow up 14. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Material Matters: Nickel, Aluminium, Iron Ore, Coal Haulage And Mineral Sands

Jun 19 2014

Nickel deficit likely but no shortage of bauxite; iron ore and coal prices still under pressure; Rio Tinto dictates titanium dioxide.


The Overnight Report: No Mechanical Formula

Jun 19 2014

Janet Yellen has swung from “six months” to “it depends” when it comes to raising US rates, which is comfort for Wall Street. Dow up 98. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)



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