The worst performers in the commodity space remain aluminium and thermal coal, which both hit a post-2010 low during January
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The worst performers in the commodity space remain aluminium and thermal coal, which both hit a post-2010 low during January. Given abundant supply and weak demand, there is no sign of relief on the horizon.
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Gavin has been a senior resources analyst following the mining and energy sectors for the past 25 years, working with Intersuisse and Fat Prophets. He is also the Executive Director, Mining & Metals with Independent Investment Research (IIR).
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Gavin has been a senior resources analyst following the mining and energy sectors for the past 25 years, working with Intersuisse and Fat Prophets. He is also the Executive Director, Mining & Metals with Independent Investment Research (IIR).