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: What Storm?

Nov 02 2012

Solid US data had Wall Street shaking off any sogginess last night. Dow up 136. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDST)


Is Gold Forming A Low?

Nov 01 2012

Jonathan Barratt of Barratt’s Bulletin discusses whether the fall in gold has run its course, or not.


The Overnight Report: After The Deluge

Nov 01 2012

US stock markets reopened without incident last night to weigh up the minuses and pluses of Sandy and round out the month. Dow down 10. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDST)


The Overnight Report: Sandy Cracks

Oct 31 2012

US stock and bond markets remained closed last night, but will reopen tonight for normal service. Futures trading suggests little change. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDST)


Material Matters: Oil, Bulks, Platinum and Base Metal Price Forecasts

Oct 30 2012

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities with updates on oil and the bulks, support for platinum and updated base metal forecasts.


The Overnight Report: Sandy Blasted

Oct 30 2012

US stock exchanges were closed last night due to Hurricane Sandy. Bonds closed early, while energy and commodities traded electronically. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDST)


The Monday Report

Oct 29 2012

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


The Overnight Report: The Overhanging Cliff

Oct 26 2012

A jittery Wall Street coped with a credit rating scare last night before settling into a quiet session. Dow up 26. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDST)


Gold Will Remain Under Pressure

Oct 25 2012

Jonathan Barratt of Barratt’s Bulletin sees further weakness in US equities spilling over into gold ETF sales.


Rudi’s View: Newcrest’s Production Ace

Oct 25 2012

The next six to nine months will be crucial for the Newcrest Mining share price.



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