Daily FNArena News

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities with Barclays seeing China as a driver of ag commodity markets, September trade data for China and forecasts for higher global steel output this year.

La Nina is set to bring a very wet summer to the Queensland coal fields. Better value in NSW based coal stocks?

On current projections, the worlds’ poor countries will account for nearly 70% of global GDP in 2030. Now that’s a different world.

The Australian housing market is not in a bubble, argues Westpac Bank.

WorleyParsons has indicated there will be a significant second half earnings split, but stockbrokers are sceptical given contract deferrals and a stronger AUD.

A weaker than expected September quarter CPI has economists backing off on their November rate hike calls. It’s close.

The weekly spot uranium price has seen its biggest jump in two years while analysts see a possible supply deficit ahead.

Yesterday FNArena showed the market has a range of opinions on Wotif.com and Commonwealth Bank has added to the discussion with a Sell rating on the stock.

Stockbrokers argue whether shares in Wotif.com are now a bargain or instead still too expensive. Earnings growth from H2 FY11 onwards will be key.

Brokers believe ASX shareholders have been offered a great deal from the SGX but what is the honest chance of approval being granted?