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: Mario Hits It Out Of The Park

Jan 23 2015

The ECB delivered an even bigger QE package than expected last night, silencing the doubters. Dow up 259. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Let’s Get Stimulated

Jan 22 2015

As rates are cut and presses primed across the globe, it’s all about the ECB tonight. Dow up 39. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


OceanaGold Retains Its Favoured Status

Jan 21 2015

OceanaGold’s December quarter production result has underscored its place with brokers as a top copper-gold stock.


The Overnight Report: And We’re Back

Jan 21 2015

A flat night on Wall Street ahead of the ECB meeting greets the first FNArena home-grown Overnight Report for 2015. Dow up 3. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Material Matters: Bulks, Large Caps, Gold & Copper

Jan 19 2015

Further downside for bulk prices envisaged; base metals have the better outlook; volatility is likely short term; and value opportunities in gold and copper.


Supply/Demand Equation For Gold Says Prices To Rise More

Jan 19 2015

Michael Lombardi explains why he remains bullish on gold.


Gold Trades Into 61.8% Level And 200 DMA

Jan 16 2015

Market analysts at FXCM believe gold’s behaviour might signal a change in direction, but first technical resistance is looming.


Expectations For 2015 Part (1): Global

Jan 15 2015

Analysts offer their views on how the global economy and markets will perform in 2015.


The Overnight Report: Santa Is Airborne

Dec 23 2014

It’s hard to believe that the Dow is again at a new all-time high, in rapidly thinning holiday trade. Dow up 157. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Monday Report

Dec 22 2014

Wrap of events affecting the market on Friday night and the weekend and a preview of the week ahead.



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