The AOCE and WB have moderate overall forecasts for the metals in 2025 inline with IMF forecasts for a decline in economic growth and inflation, although we see the probability of a stagflationary scenario as still reasonably high.Read More
The past year was a difficult one overall for the metals, with the main standouts to the upside being a geopolitical risk-driven gain in gold, a China-driven rise in iron ore and a surge in uranium on broadening global support for nuclear power (Figure 1). A jump in global interest rates to near two-decade highs saw recession fears persist all year, and while one still did not actually eru...Read More
This year the post-global health crisis boom was brought to an end by a surge in inflation to forty-year highs, a major rise in global interest rates in an attempt to curb the rising prices and surging geopolitical risk after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. While precious metals held up reasonably well as markets turned to them as a risk hedge, by Q2/22 the higher interest rates put an end t...Read More
Chile is the world leader in copper production, at 28.5% of the total in 2020, and this looks set to continue, with the country having the largest global reserves, at 23.0% of total. It is also the global leader for molybdenum, which is often found along with copper, and is a major lithium player, holding 51.1% of global reserves. Read More
Newfoundland has become a gold exploration hotspot over the past few years, with the sector seeing some of its strongest activity ever. While the province remains a small contributor to Canadian gold production, it has a substantial mineral industry well supported by the government, focused on iron ore, copper and nickel, and the surge in exploration suggests that gold output from the...Read More
Nevada is the core of the U.S. gold output, accounting for by far the majority, at 75.4% on average for the past year. The state looks set to remain a dominant player in U.S. gold, as it accounts for 49% of total U.S. reserves, with Alaska slightly ahead with 51% of reserves, but just 8.6% of current production. The U.S. accounts for 6.1% of global gold output, making Nevada one of the largest gol...Read More
The Golden Triangle in northwestern British Columbia has historically been a major site of Canadian gold production, beginning as early as the mid 1800s. There was a wave of production in the 1990s which cooled as the gold price declined, but larger scale production resumed in 2017, and the area has seen surging exploration interest over the past year, given that the region has some of the largest...Read More
In this report we outline the Quebec gold mining industry, including its major producers, and a survey of many of the junior miners focused on the province. Quebec accounts for 34% of Canadian gold production (second to Ontario, with 44%) and remains a major focus for both producers and junior miners.Read More
Red Lake has been one of the most prolific gold mining districts in Canada and the world, with exploration having started in the 1920s, and production, which began in the 1930s, continuing to the present day. The district is known for the high grade of its gold, its infrastructure, and strong institutional support, given the long history of mining in the area.Read More
While it's a positive sign for global demand, analysts warn that the upswing may not last due to a looming downturn in developed economies. "Exports from China unexpectedly surged 14.Read More
The sample has tested for purity of 99.9% and will now be processed into high-purity magnesium sulphate.Read More
These recycling rules will apply to all Apple-designed batteries, even when made by third-parties, and will include the batteries in iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks.Read More
GoviEx edges closer to productionSPONSOREDgoviex uraniumTorq kicks off drilling at Santa CeciliaSPONSOREDtorq resourcesCanada Nickel eyes feasibility study for CrawfordSPONSOREDcanada nickelIlsa crossed the coast as a category 5 system, about 120km east-northeast of Port Hedland at around 12am AWST this morning, with an estimated intensity of 213km per hour, according to the Bureau ofRead More
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. lowered guidance for Q1 in March, driven by timing of labor agreements and seasonality. Click here for our preview of UAL earnings.Read full newsRead More
Crown Holdings, Inc. looks towards improved margins this year as it recovers from inflationary pressures in 2022. Click here for our take on CCK stock prospects.Read full newsRead More
International Business Machines Corporation is in the middle of a turnaround, with IBM streamlining its business. Click for more on IBM stock prospects.Read full newsRead More
Bitcoin may have struck a long-term bottom, but at the very least, I expect a substantial correction in the next few months. Find out if BTC-USD is a good investment.Read full newsRead More
Core Molding Technologies, Inc. recently announced solid Q4 FY22 and FY22 results. Click here to read my analysis of CMT stock.Read full newsRead More
In this article, I start by highlighting the macroeconomic challenges facing CSX and recent comments from Morgan Stanley. Read more here.Read full newsRead More
Avant Brands Inc. (OTCQX:AVTBF) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call April 13, 2023 4:00 AM ETCompany ParticipantsStephanie Martens - Investor RelationsMatt Whitt - Chief Financial...Read full newsRead More
Lakeland Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:NASDAQ:LAKE) Q4 2023 Earnings Conference Call April 13, 2023 4:30 PM ETCompany ParticipantsCharlie Roberson - Chief Executive OfficerRoger Shannon - Chief...Read full newsRead More
XLK ETF's exclusive focus on technology could give it a significant edge over potential alternatives in the long term. Learn why I rate XLK a Buy.Read full newsRead More
With the more than 50% decline in lithium prices, from all-time highs lithium mining stocks have taken a beating, making this a good potential entry point.Read full newsRead More
Calibre Mining is one of the best-performing gold stocks year-to-date. Click here to read my analysis of CXBMF stock and why it's a hold..Read full newsRead More
While the upcoming US recession is capturing headlines, this downturn may look very different. Companies are noting upside surprises to their expectations, driven by the recovery in China.Read full newsRead More
I believe Alibaba will be cheap one year from now and probably even for longer. Read more to see what BABA investors need to know.Read full newsRead More
If the Big Tech 2.0 boom is over, ProShares UltraPro QQQ ETF will be a loser for investors, mimicking 2022's bad performance. Click for my thoughts on TQQQ.Read full newsRead More
Today, we provide you the first quarter update in our recurring series based on firms that have enjoyed unusual insider interest during the first quarter. Read more here.Read full newsRead More
Opsens Inc. (OTCQX:OPSSF) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call April 13, 2023 11:00 AM ETCompany ParticipantsRobert Blum - Investor Relations, Lytham PartnersLouis Laflamme - President and...Read full newsRead More