11 September 2017
Where are we in the Cycle?
Overlaying cyclical conditions for the global mining industry are moves
to more highly regulate the distribution of benefits from project
development among stakeholders. Universally adopted model mining codes
have been advocated by activists but can they be sufficiently comprehensive
to make a difference?
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Market Directions
Dramatic U.S. exchange rate moves have altered the backdrop for metal
price formation. The major daily traded metals most closely connected
to financial markets have been most affected. Iron ore and oil prices
have been less responsive.
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Portfolio Performance and Positioning
Modest market gains have occurred in the first few days of September
with advances and declines split evenly over the past week. There were
signs that previously underperforming small stocks inthe sector were
catching up to the larger enterprises. No changes to portfolio
positioning have been suggested.
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Stock Reviews and Rating Analysis
PortfolioDirect rating reports analyse the quality and risk
attributes of proposed mineral developments. Rating criteria apply to mining and oil and gas stocks at any stage of
development. PortfolioDirect uses a five point rating
scale to measure the risk adjusted quality of proposed mineral developments
or companies.
For company reports
& ratings...
The 'Steak or Sizzle' blog provides summary judgements on
the top performing ASX-listed resources stocks.
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