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: Sell The Rumour, Sell The Fact

Mar 03 2009

Confirmation of a record loss from AIG and a huge rights issue from HSBC sent global markets tumbling overnight. Dow down 300. (Locked for subscribers until 10:00 AEDT)


The Overnight Report: It Should Have Been Worse

Feb 28 2009

The Dow’s 1.7% drop was not as bad as the dire newsflow would have lead you to expect.


The Overnight Report: Budget Blues

Feb 27 2009

Obama’s first budget contained bad news for Wall Street. Dow down 88.


Could The Gold Price Collapse?

Feb 26 2009

If gold is being bought through fear, what might happen if fear abates?


The Overnight Report: The Angel Is In The Detail

Feb 26 2009

The Dow reversed an early 200 point fall last night as finally detail began to emerge re the bank rescue plan. The Dow closed down 80.


The Overnight Report: Bernanke Calms The Seas

Feb 25 2009

Optimistic comments from Bernanke sparked a rally on Wall Street as the market awaits an announcement from the president. Dow up 236.


The Overnight Report: Welcome To 1997

Feb 24 2009

The S&P 500 joined the Dow at 1997 levels last night as the malaise continues. Dow down 250.


The Overnight Report: Too Many Ifs And Maybes

Feb 21 2009

The Dow ends down 100 points after a late bank led rally offered some false hope for a positive close.


The Overnight Report: Bring Me My Tea Leaves, Jeeves

Feb 20 2009

The Dow closed down 89, triggering a technical bear signal. Oil jumped 14%.


Gold Not The Only One To Shine

Feb 19 2009

Gold is attracting all media attention, but Barclays chartists have spotted indications other precious metals might do even better.



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