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

Gold Likely To Weaken Further In Short-Term

Jun 23 2009

According to Barclays Capital shorter-term traders are now driving the gold price and with expectations of a stronger US dollar in coming weeks this suggests the price of the metal could fall further.


The Overnight Report: Risk Appetite Retreats

Jun 23 2009

Yesterday’s offshore trading sessions were all about the return of risk aversion. (will be unlocked for non-paying members at 10am).


The Overnight Report: All’s Quiet On The NY Front

Jun 20 2009

The Dow struggled, while the broader market pushed a little higher on a quadruple witching day bereft of the normal volume and volatility. Dow down 0.2%.


The Overnight Report: Feeling Better Now

Jun 19 2009

Some positive economic data helped Wall Street to a welcome up-day. Dow up 58. (Locked for subscribers until 10:00 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Stability Returns For Now

Jun 18 2009

There were no shocks on regulatory reform and Wall Street took the day to resettle. Dow down 7.


The Overnight Report: It’s Not All Green Shoots

Jun 17 2009

Mixed data in the US and a lack of buying support sent Wall Street lower again last night. Dow down 100.


The Overnight Report: Reality Check

Jun 16 2009

Weak economic data and support for the greenback sent commodities and stocks tumbling last night. Dow down 187.


The Overnight Report: Saving It Up For A Late Kick

Jun 13 2009

A sideways day was capped by a late buying frenzy that stretched the rally’s high water mark just a little higher.


The Overnight Report: Now We Can All Get Some Sleep

Jun 12 2009

The 30-year bond auction went well, commodities shot up again, and the S&P squeaked in a new high. Dow up 30.


The Overnight Report: Battling Against The Bonds

Jun 11 2009

US stock markets fell after the bond auction last night but rallied back after the bond market closed. Dow down 25.



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