Precious Metals

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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: The Yankees Are Coming!

Jul 04 2014

The US jobs report blew away expectations. Dow up 92 in a half session. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Is Good News Good Or Bad?

Jul 03 2014

A solid ADP jobs number gave Wall Street pause for thought last night following a sharp jump in bond yields. Dow up 20. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: New Highs To Kick Off The Quarter

Jul 02 2014

Wall Street marked new all-time highs again last night, simply as an opening gambit for the new quarter. Dow up 129. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Not With A Bang

Jul 01 2014

Wall Street whimpered its way to quarter end last night on mixed moves, while commodities received a kick. Dow down 25. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Monday Report

Jun 30 2014

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


Weekly Broker Wrap: Oz Tourism, TV Ads, Retailing, Credit And Gold

Jun 27 2014

Australian domestic tourism is soggy, TV advertising is subdued, retailing is disappointing, and credit growth is soft but there has been a bump up in gold prices.


The Overnight Report: Dress Those Windows

Jun 27 2014

A rebound rally on Bridge Street yesterday and a turnaround rally on Wall Street last night hint at fund manager attempts to enhance returns for year/quarter end. Dow down 21. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: The Great Non-Recession

Jun 26 2014

The US economy contracted by an historic 2.9% in the March quarter, so Wall Street rallied. Dow up 49. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


The Overnight Report: Profit-Taking

Jun 25 2014

As end of quarter approaches and risks rise, Wall Street decided last night it was time to lock in gains for the end of the quarter. Dow down 119. (Accessible only for subscribers before 10:15 AEST)


Material Matters: Aluminium, Nickel, Gold, Copper And Iron Ore

Jun 24 2014

Aluminium in vehicles; picking nickel and gold stocks; copper looks oversold; iron ore risks.



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