Precious Metals

Dragline on open pit coal mine

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

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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


Dragline on open pit coal mine

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 Mining

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

Jan 30 2017


Previous Stories

The Overnight Report: Running On Adrenalin

May 15 2013

The rising stock market and rising US dollar are feeding on each other to maintain the momentum on Wall Street. Dow up 123. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: In Through The Out Door

May 14 2013

The timing of a Fed exit is the new hot topic on Wall Street, yet stocks closed flat last night. Dow down 26. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Are US Rates Now On The Rise?

May 13 2013

This week ATW’s Jerry Simmons examines US bond rates and sees an upside break-out, along with weakness building in the euro and a downward trend for gold.


The Monday Report

May 13 2013

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


Material Matters: Weak Prices, Base Metals, Oil And Oil Stocks

May 10 2013

Commodity prices remain weak and base metal surpluses are expected, while a resilient oil price puts the spotlight on mid cap oil stocks.


The Overnight Report: Greenback Surges

May 10 2013

No one’s entirely sure why, but last night the US dollar exploded through 100 yen and sent all other currencies, including the Aussie, tumbling. Dow down 22. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Questions Over Chinese Data

May 09 2013

Wall Street opened lower but traded higher last night while yesterday’s Chinese trade data have drawn scepticism. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: More Psychological History

May 08 2013

The Dow closed above 15,000 for the first time ever last night on an 87 point gain, while the RBA rate cut was the talk of the town. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Wall Street Has A Rest

May 07 2013

The S&P ticked up slightly into blue sky last night in a quiet post-jobs session with UK metal markets closed. Dow down 5. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Has Gold Had Its Day?

May 06 2013

The Chartist is long gold in the short term, post capitulation, but is very wary of downside dangers.



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