BHP and RIO are betting BIG on copper (and they have good reasons!)

BHP & Rio Tinto are the world's largest mining companies. $237 billion in market value*, combined. As leaders, their outlook is a crucial signal for investors. Here's what they see ahead for copper: BHP views long-term fundamentals as favourable. Commodity demand to be supported by: population/economic growth energy transition data centres (AI) substitution/thrifting However, commodity … Continue reading BHP and RIO are betting BIG on copper (and they have good reasons!)

Copper, China and the supply conundrum

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

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

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