Weekly Top Ten News Stories

It appears a long-awaited up-tick in utility demand for term delivery contracts may be finally coming to pass in the uranium market.

In this week's Weekly Insights (published in two parts): -August Reporting Season Preview: Potential Beats & Misses -Conviction Calls -Goldman Sachs Initiates Healthcare -Rudi Talks – Uncomfortable Truths About Investing

Peter Switzer of the Switzer Super Report weighs up the argument that fin-techs and US Big Tech could ultimately lead Australian banks into obsolescence.

Craig Parker of Moat Capital suggests further bank bashing, courtesy of the RC, may provide a good index buying opportunity.

Ahead of the Herd's Rick Mills explains why China's push to become a world power is beset with limitations.

Weekly Broker Wrap: banking; housing; and wagering.

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities. Oil; LNG; thermal coal; and Oz energy stocks.

Brokers are adding up the substantial returns expected from Rio Tinto over the next 12 months, as the company signals an intention to pay out proceeds from asset sales.

The next phase of growth is being revealed at Lend Lease as increasing amounts of capital are being allocated to development.

Steven Everett of Belvedere Share Managers recounts his own experience to identify a common mistake investors make.