Copper, China and the supply conundrum

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For investors and the whole copper supply chain, there are a myriad of challenges ahead. Wood Mackenzie published an insightful report. Here are the most salient points: • Copper Demand Growth: WM estimates that demand for copper will grow by 75% to 56 million tonnes (Mt) by 2050, highlighting the crucial role of copper in … Continue reading Copper, China and the supply conundrum

Gold and the hidden perk of investing in the world’s largest gold miners

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Gold hit a new all-time high in July. Newmont, Agnico and Barrick are the world's largest gold miners. Together represent over $120b in market value. Here's what they expect ahead (and the extra perk of holding gold producers): Gold production globally in 2023 was over 3,000t. China, Australia and Russia were top 3. Over the … Continue reading Gold and the hidden perk of investing in the world’s largest gold miners

Morgan Stanley and their STRONG opinion on #copper and gold

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Morgan Stanley released a research note a while ago. It comes packed with a revised price and supply estimate for copper, plus insights on gold and stocks. You'll find plenty of *nuggets* within, investor: Given the massive disruptions we've seen in copper supply, they now expect: shortfall of 0.7mt (~2.6% of demand) higher deficit conditions … Continue reading Morgan Stanley and their STRONG opinion on #copper and gold

Is the Australian mining sector changing FOR GOOD? Here’s my take

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Earlier this month I attended the RIU conference in Sydney. Here are my insights from what I saw and the conversations I had: Over 50% of exhibitors were focused on gold, which is rarely shocking for Australia. Aussies love gold and the country is the second largest producer globally, after all. Now in terms of … Continue reading Is the Australian mining sector changing FOR GOOD? Here’s my take

Goldman Sachs’ view on commodities is SPOT ON

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Goldman Sachs released a note recently that caught our eye. From where they see commodities at the end of the year, to which will benefit the most from lower interest rates. I promise you want to read this one, investor: 📊 @markets They reckon commodities may return 15%, as interest rates continue to fall. Among … Continue reading Goldman Sachs’ view on commodities is SPOT ON

Sprott has energy transition insights for you, mining investor

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Sprott* manages several mining ETFs, and regularly puts out extensive research. They recently released a lengthy report on the minerals needed for the energy transition, with valuable insights for investors. Here are your key takeaways: In 2022, investment in the energy transition surpassed $1T and getting on par with those made in fossil fuels. By … Continue reading Sprott has energy transition insights for you, mining investor

10 of the best recent commodity investing quotes (that we can learn from)

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As mining investors, we're always hunting for information. While I don't believe in copying anyone's thesis, paying close attention to sentiment is paramount. Here are some of my favourite quotes on commodities (including copper and lithium): → Via @LowellResFM $LRFM You can't do anything without copper! Lowell runs an exploration fund with exposure to $MKG … Continue reading 10 of the best recent commodity investing quotes (that we can learn from)