Precious Metals

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

More copper and less gold production is expected from OZ Minerals in coming years and Carrapateena’s imminent feasibility study could be a catalyst for the stock.

Jan 31 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

Gold miner Evolution Mining is cashing up and brokers laud the company for its production and debt-free potential.

Jan 30 2017


Previous Stories

Trump Inauguration Takes Centre Stage

Jan 17 2017

Market analysts at FXCM asses likely responses in major currencies and the gold price as the Trump presidency looms.


Gold Prices Are Still Bearish; But Very Oversold

Dec 22 2016

The direction of the price of gold is now linked to the direction of US interest rates, says James Stanley, Currency Strategist FXCM.


Is Perseus Mining Being Treated Unfairly?

Dec 20 2016

Gold miner Perseus Mining disappointed the market and its share price was savaged, but several brokers believe this is an over-reaction.


Independence Group: Focus Shifts To Nickel

Dec 19 2016

Independence Group has released an interim report from its Long Island study, which should de-risk the Tropicana project. The focus is expected to return to the upside potential at Nova.


Material Matters: Coal, Oil, Iron Ore and Metals

Dec 08 2016

Coking coal uncertainty; few bearish catalysts for oil; iron ore softens; Ord Minnett raises copper forecasts, lowers gold; tight primary supply of lead.


Material Matters: Outlook, Iron Ore, Steel And OPEC

Nov 28 2016

Outlook for metals; iron ore outlook becoming more constructive; steel demand; the upcoming OPEC meeting.


Make Or Break For Gold

Nov 25 2016

The Chartist suggests Gold must hold US$1180/oz or face substantial downside.


The Overnight Report: Holiday Spree

Nov 24 2016

A pre-holiday pullback would not have been a surprise, but Wall Street just kept pushing higher. Dow up 59. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Dow 19,000

Nov 23 2016

The records continue to tumble on Wall Street. Dow up 67. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Newcrest Outlines Growth Ambitions

Nov 22 2016

Gold and copper miner Newcrest has provided further clarity on growth plans for its key producing mines. Not all brokers are convinced.



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