Copper prices have been on the rise. That’s putting it lightly. This commodity class has been soaring of late amid burgeoning demand.Thought leaders such as Einhorn suggests investing in copper can reap some pretty impressive rewards for investors. For those bullish on copper, one great option today is Teck Resources (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK). This Canadian metals play is often...Read More

Valuations are starting to finally look like they’re under pressure. Growth stocks have taken a hit of late amid rising inflation and interest rate concerns.Accordingly, investors may be enticed to look at more defensive options in the market. Such a move is prudent right now.In this context, here are two stocks that I believe will fit a defensive investor’s portfolio well.Barrick Gold...Read More

Long-term investors care more about the value of a stock and make purchase decisions based on whether a stock is undervalued or fairly valued with great prospects. The share price doesn’t form a crucial variable in the equation. Still, if you wish to buy stocks that are trading at a relatively lower price — i.e., in single digits — there are four that should be on your radar.A hi...Read More

Over the last year, stocks have rallied excessively, earning investors great returns. However, they’ve also been getting more expensive for those investors looking to add positions to their portfolios. This has made it a lot harder to find cheap stocks on the TSX that are actually worth buying today.Over the last few weeks, though, with all the uncertainty and volatility creeping back i...Read More

Around this time last week I was pontificating about how the MSM was really laying on the "holier than thou" smug nice and thick regarding the gas pipeline shutdown.I paid an extra buck to fill my tank and lock in a two-week supply. Best insurance premium I've paid in a while.Within a day I was seeing pictures of people filling open-top buckets and even trash bags with gas, then trying to put them...Read More

Humans tend to be short-sighted about life and financial goals in general. It’s a limitation and, in some instances, a weakness, but understanding our weaknesses is the first step toward becoming stronger. Our short-sightedness can be observed in a variety of our life decisions, including investing.Take the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Registered Retirement Savings Account (RRSP), for...Read More

Cryptocurrencies are falling, while inflation has surged to record levels. Notably, amid all this chaos, equities at large have been relatively stable and continue to offer decent growth prospects. Here are three top TSX stocks to consider for the long term.Royal Bank of CanadaCanadian bank stocks will likely be one of the brightest areas among broader markets this year. Provisions for loan losses...Read More

Here are five Fastmarkets stories you might have missed on Tuesday May 25 that are worth another look.Exports of iron ore from India's east coast could face minor disruptions after the key port of Paradip in the state of Odisha suspended operations on May 25...Read More

Aluminium premiums remained high across the globe in the week ended Tuesday May 25 due to tight supply and high logistics costs.Rotterdam premiums well supportedUS Midwest premium remains at all-time highOpen arb pushes Shanghai premiums upwardMJP focused on third quarterLME contango supports Rotterdam premiumsAluminium premiums in Europe remained well supported this week with offer levels continu...Read More

The United States is "deep in conversations" to determine how the federal government can support the growth of electric vehicles (EVs), the country's Secretary of Transportation said.The country's goal of reducing carbon emissions by at least 50% by 2030 is helping to drive this collaboration, according to Secretary Pete Buttigieg."We're deep in conversations about how to support the EV revolution...Read More

Stewart Thomsonemail: stewart@gracelandupdates.comemail: stewart@gracelandjuniors.comemail:admin@guswinger.comMay 25, 2021 The great USA nation appears to have devolved into the “United Socialists of America”. What happened? For the likely answer, please click here now. Double-click to enlarge this “disturbing yet comical” long-term chart of the US fiat dollar versus gold....Read More

"China means business with more weekend meetings attended by various agencies and especially the NDRC which states it will ‘severely punish' anyone in our markets for ‘spreading of fake information, price speculation and hoarding'," Marex Spectron's Alastair Munro said.The MySteel Australian 62% fines fell 2.85% to $204.50/t.However base metals were mixed on the London Metal Exchange.G...Read More

A summary of base metal premiums from across the globe for the week to Tuesday May 25.Please click...Read More

Q1 2021 Adjusted EBITDA of $5.9 million, representing an Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 19%Reiterated FY2021 guidance for Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue of $170-180 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $40-50 millionThe Company's existing licensed projects at maturity represent a long-term revenue and EBITDA opportunity upwards of $650 million and $250 million, respectivelyPHOENIX - 4Front Ventures Corp....Read More

Vancouver, BC - LEAF Mobile Inc. (TSX: LEAF; OTCQB: LEMLF) ("LEAF" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has received approval to commence trading its common shares on the OTC Markets Group's OTCQB Marketplace in the United States under the symbol "LEMLF". The Company's common shares will begin trading on the OTCQB on May 25th, 2021 and will continue to trade on the TSX under the symbo...Read More

Key data from the pricing sessions in Asia, Europe and the United States over the week to Tuesday May 25.China UG2 sellers raised their offer prices to cover higher production costs and the appreciation of the rand, while most buyers took a wait-and-see approach ahead of the announcement of June's ferro-chrome tender price. Domestic spot ferro-chrome prices ticked up, while participants' near-term...Read More

Chilean copper producer Codelco has agreed a 36-month labor deal with unions representing management and employees at its headquarters in Santiago the state-run company said on Monday May 24.The world's largest copper producing company had offered no pay rises, but a bonus of 1.5 million Chilean pesos ($2,068) for those agreeing to the labor deal."The successful negotiation adds to [other] deals r...Read More

Here are five Fastmarkets stories you might have missed on Tuesday May 25 that are worth another look.Exports of iron ore from India's east coast could face minor disruptions after the key port of Paradip in the state of Odisha suspended operations on May 25...Read More

May 25, 2021 Guest(s): Steve Hanke Professor of Applied Economics, Johns Hopkins University Steve Hanke, professor of applied economics at Johns Hopkins University, created, in collaboration with his colleagues, a sentiment index for gold.The index works by using a computer algorithm scan media articles online and screen "bullish" or "bearish" keywords.Bullish words include "inflation", and "qua...Read More

The United States is "deep in conversations" to determine how the federal government can support the growth of electric vehicles (EVs), the country's Secretary of Transportation said.The country's goal of reducing carbon emissions by at least 50% by 2030 is helping to drive this collaboration, according to Secretary Pete Buttigieg."We're deep in conversations about how to support the EV revolution...Read More