Bear Market or Bull Opportunity?
Gold – The bears have definitely gained ground, but does that mean the bulls need to throw in the towel and nurse their wounds?
Copper May Be on Cusp of Investment Wave
Copper – Despite global market concerns, this may be the best time to invest in mining companies that are eyeing longer-term gains and concentrating on addressing global demand in coming years.
Uranium Miners in Africa Facing Labor Disputes
Uranium – Labor disputes related to uranium mining operations in Africa have gained prominence recently, with several companies reporting strikes.
Why Lead’s Future Looks Bright
Lead – With health and environmental concerns weighing less heavily on lead, the market is now set for a positive turn.
Market News
Iron Ore: Slowing China Economy Clouding Demand
Iron – Reuters reported a slowing Chinese economy clouding the demand outlook in the world's top consumer and halting producers' buying interest for iron ore.
Alderon Iron Ore Oversold
Iron – Forbes reported Alderon Iron Ore Corp (NYSE:AXX) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $2.45 per share.
Short Sellers Targeting Fortescue
Iron – SMH reported Fortescue (ASX:FMG) is targeted by short sellers on speculation iron ore stocks are a poor buy with China demand falling.
BHP Billiton Says Commodity Markets Will Fall
Nickel – CNBC reported BHP Billiton (ASX:BHP,LSE:BLT) said it expects commodity markets to cool further and that investors have lost confidence in the longer-term health of the global economy.
Company News
First Nickel Announces Financial Results
Nickel – First Nickel Inc. (TSX:FNI) announced results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012.
Horizonte Minerals Announces Financial Results
Nickel – Horizonte Minerals plc (TSX:HZM,LSE:HZM) announced its unaudited financial results for the three month periods ending 31 March 2012.
Platinex Results From 2012 Property
Platinum – Platinex Inc. (TSXV:PTX) announced initial results from the latest drill program to test anomalies.
Toro Energy Announces Uranium Results
Uranium – Toro Energy (ASX:TOE) announced uranium intersection results from its Theseus uranium project in Western Australia.
