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: Reality Bites

Nov 20 2009

A surge in mortgage foreclosures sent Wall Street tumbling last night before a gradual claw-back. Dow down 93.


Three Views On Gold

Nov 19 2009

Looking at market experts’ views, there are currently three types of gold commentators.


SocGen Sounds The Alarm, Again

Nov 19 2009

Noted bear SocGen has told clients to prepare for a possible global collapse over the next two years.


The Overnight Report: Housing Scores a ‘W’

Nov 19 2009

A sharp drop in US housing starts took any upside wind out of Wall Street’s sails last night. Dow down 11.


The Overnight Report: Trying Hard To Go On With It

Nov 18 2009

Stocks finished mildly higher despite a weak US dollar and poor data last night. Dow up 30.


The Overnight Report: Break Out

Nov 17 2009

Wall Street shot into new blue sky last night on retail sales and some subtle words from the Fed. Dow up 136. (Locked for subscribers until 10:00 AEDST)


The Overnight Report: It’s Better To Hope Than Despair

Nov 14 2009

Stocks advance on a little upbeat retail news and hope that the recovery is gaining momentum. Dow up 0.7%.


The Overnight Report: Disinterest

Nov 13 2009

A stronger dollar and weaker oil gave Wall Street a reason to sell in a low volume session. Dow down 93.


The Overnight Report: Still Not Convinced

Nov 12 2009

The S&P closed at a new high – just – in a day of thin volume and questionable conviction. Dow up 44.


The Overnight Report: Indecision Near The Top

Nov 11 2009

The Dow was slightly higher last night but the S&P wasn’t, again failing to mark a new high.



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