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: Intel Blows Them Away

Oct 14 2009

A Street-beating result from Intel after the bell set the tone for tonight after a quiet session. Dow down 14. (Locked for subscribers until 10:00 AEDST)


The Overnight Report: New World – New High

Oct 13 2009

Columbus Day provided a new closing high on Wall Street – just – in thin holiday volume. Dow up 20.


Not Everyone Is Bullish Gold Above US$1000

Oct 12 2009

With gold now above US$1,000 per ounce there are increasingly mixed views on the price outlook for the metal.


The Overnight Report: And the Train Kept A’Rolling

Oct 10 2009

Major gauges rise as the US trade gap narrowed surprisingly seeing the greenback bounce off recent lows.


The Overnight Report: Commodity Funds Panic

Oct 09 2009

Metal prices surged on short-covering last night while Wall Street eased back from intraday highs. Dow up 61.


Base Metal Prices Set To Beat Expectations

Oct 08 2009

According to Barclays Capital the market is underestimating base metal prices longer-term.


The Overnight Report: Earnings Season Begins

Oct 08 2009

Wall Street was quiet last night ahead of what was a well-received result from Alcoa after the bell. Dow down 5.


Black Gold

Oct 07 2009

Gold broke through previous highs last night as rumours circulated that America’s Gulf state allies were in talks to shift away from trading oil denominated in US dollars.


The Overnight Report: Gold Breaks Out

Oct 07 2009

Gold surged last night on rumours of the Middle East dumping the US dollar, while Australia’s rate rise was the talk of the town. Dow up 131.


The Overnight Report: Here We Go Again

Oct 06 2009

The latest micro-pullback seems over as economic data and an upgrade for banks snapped Wall Street back into buying mode. Dow up 112.



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