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

Miner inside a gold mine 116118935

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: Bernanke Unmoved, Bring On Draghi

Aug 02 2012

The Fed made no policy changes last night but reiterated its willingness to do so, leaving markets back in limbo ahead of tonight’s ECB meeting. Dow down 32. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDT)


Material Matters: Seasonal Weakness, Aluminium, Copper And Gold

Aug 01 2012

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities, with expectations for weak August prices to be followed by gains later this year and updates on aluminium, copper and de-rating in gold stocks.


The Overnight Report: Doubts Creep In

Aug 01 2012

Consensus still has the Fed not moving tonight, while Germany continues to put a potential spanner in the works for the ECB. Dow down 64. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDT)


Futures And ETF Positions Determine Gold Price

Jul 31 2012

Comex short positions in gold are elevated and this is often followed by a rally in price, while ETF demand is seen as a key support for the price of the metal.


The Overnight Report: Calm Before the Storm

Jul 31 2012

It was all quiet on the global market front last night ahead of the Fed and ECB meetings. Dow down 2. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDT)


Top Ten Weekly Recommendation, Target Price, Earnings Forecast Changes

Jul 30 2012

Weekly update on recommendation, target price, and earnings forecast changes.


The Monday Report

Jul 30 2012

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


Newcrest Surprises With No Surprises

Jul 27 2012

One upgrade for Newcrest and now it’s a full set of Buy ratings in the FNArena database, following a production report actually meeting expectations.


The Overnight Report: ‘Believe Me, It Will Be Enough’

Jul 27 2012

Draghi sparks up stock markets with some familiar platitudes, while elsewhere markets remain less convinced. Dow up 211. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEDT)


Precious Metals On The Move

Jul 26 2012

Jonathan Barratt of Barratt’s Bulletin points to bullish consolidation patterns for both gold and silver, suggesting upside.



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