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: Cheap Money Bonanza

Nov 10 2009

As investors embrace the carry trade opportunities provided by the Fed and the G20, the Dow breaks into new territory, up 203. (Locked for subscribers until 10:00 AEDST)


The Overnight Report: Back Over 10,000

Nov 06 2009

Wall Street surged last night on earnings, data, and a belated appreciation of the Fed. Dow up 203. (Locked for subscribers until 10:00 AEDST)


The Overnight Report: Exceptional And Extended

Nov 05 2009

Little change in the Fed’s monetary policy rhetoric yet a rally on Wall Street failed on the death. Dow up 30.


Get It India

Nov 04 2009

The large gold purchase from the Reserve Bank of India has sparked all sorts of speculation.


The Overnight Report: India Goes For Gold

Nov 04 2009

Gold soared last night despite a stronger greenback following a big purchase from the Indian central bank. Dow down 17.


The Overnight Report: Sun Rises For Manufacturing

Nov 03 2009

Positive manufacturing data across the globe failed to stem volatility on Wall Street. Dow up 76.


The Overnight Report: Small Fear Casts A Big Shadow

Oct 31 2009

Stocks drop and the VIX pops past 30 as increasingly jittery investors rush to cash in on yesterday’s gain. Dow down 2.5%.


Stockbrokers Remain Broadly Positive On Lihir

Oct 30 2009

Lihir Gold announced solid production for the September quarter and a better than expected increase in reserves, so brokers remain broadly positive on the stock at current levels.


The Overnight Report: It Was Eighty Years Ago Today

Oct 30 2009

October 29, 2009 was not much like 1929. Last night the Dow crashed up 175 points on the back of a strong GDP number.


The Overnight Report: Cyclicals Take A Beating

Oct 29 2009

A shock fall in new homes sales added fuel to the correctional fire last night, sending the S&P below 1050. Dow down 119.



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