Australia Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Australia (AUD) has a highly productive, capitalist economy with an emphasis on commodity exports, especially to Asia. Australia's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Australia’s currency is moderately undervalued with high investment flow potential and negative purchase price parity. Australia's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Australia’s economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and economic diversity. Australia's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, the UK and Japan are the top export partners, while the leading exporting industry is materials. Australia's Commodity Trading Partners: Australia produces a significant amount of uranium, gold, coal, copper, aluminum, lead, zinc, and silver mostly for export to growing Asian countries. SWOT Analysis of Australia: The leading Australian strength is their abundant natural resources, while no major weaknesses were identified. Australia's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, negative investment flow potential, but favorable business environment leads to a positive outlook for Australian investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

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Material Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The materials industry includes companies whose sales originate from the mining, acquisition and sale of physical substances for manufacturing-related purposes. Material Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold. The Main Street analysis also says Hold, with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities less than threats. Material Trade Hubs: Some of the main trade hubs include Canada, Chile, Poland, Australia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Malaysia, and South Africa, while the main material commodities include aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, palladium, silicon, steel, tin, and zinc. Material Trading Strategy: The materials industry tends to be sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued material investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell material investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. Material stocks quickly increase at the conclusion of a recession, because materials are the primary input for the industrial sector. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase material investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

Australia's mineral wealth is very important to the development of China and India. Trade agreements between emerging countries and Australia increase the value of Australia's currency and companies.

China Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) China (CNY) is a fast growing communist country with the largest population in the world. China's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): China’s currency is moderately undervalued. Purchase price parity shows that China’s currency is approximately 40% undervalued, however, the other three valuation approaches show that China is fairly valued. China's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): China’s economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to the lack of economic freedom, government transparency, and the SWOT analysis. China's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, Pakistan, Norway, Singapore, Europe, the US are the top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial goods, usually for export. China's Commodity Trading Partners: China produces a significant amount of coal for use at home. The use of coal to provide energy leads to other health related problems. SWOT Analysis of China: The leading Chinese strength is their cheap labor, while the main weaknesses are political risk and corruption. Renewable energy has the opportunity to propel growth, while general pollution and an aging population could slow growth rates. China's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, average investment flow potential and an unfavorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Chinese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

China is a significant trading partner, which needs lots of raw materials to growth quickly. The proximity of Australia to China makes this relationship every more important.

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China Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) China (CNY) is a fast growing communist country with the largest population in the world. China's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): China’s currency is moderately undervalued. Purchase price parity shows that China’s currency is approximately 40% undervalued, however, the other three valuation approaches show that China is fairly valued. China's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): China’s economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to the lack of economic freedom, government transparency, and the SWOT analysis. China's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, Pakistan, Norway, Singapore, Europe, the US are the top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial goods, usually for export. China's Commodity Trading Partners: China produces a significant amount of coal for use at home. The use of coal to provide energy leads to other health related problems. SWOT Analysis of China: The leading Chinese strength is their cheap labor, while the main weaknesses are political risk and corruption. Renewable energy has the opportunity to propel growth, while general pollution and an aging population could slow growth rates. China's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, average investment flow potential and an unfavorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Chinese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

Japan Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Japan (JPY), the second largest economy in the world, has an industrial, export oriented economy that benefits from its relationship with the USA and proximity to China. Japan's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Japan’s currency (the Yen) is overvalued according to investment flow potential, the purchase price parity, and the interest rate parity. Japan's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Japan’s economic environment is moderately favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and government transparency, but low scores on the SWOT Analysis. Japan's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, the EU, Korea, and the US are Japan’s top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial manufacturing. Japan's Commodity Trading Partners: Japan imports many products because of its lack of arable land and energy resources. SWOT Analysis of Japan: The leading Japanese strength is their education system, while the main weakness is a declining birth rate. A major Japanese threat is the continuation of zombie companies. Japan's Currency Trading Strategy: An overvalued currency, low investment flow potential and moderate business environment leads to a negative outlook for Japanese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

USA Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) The United States (US) has a highly productive, capitalist economy and is the largest and most diverse market in the world. USA's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the US dollar (USD) has the potential to increase in value especially versus the Australian and Canadian dollar because of the significant potential of undervalued companies. USA's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and economic diversity. USA's General Trading Partners: China, Japan, Mexico, and Canada are the top US trading partners, while the leading export and import are electrical machinery and vehicles, respectively. USA's Commodity Trading Partners: The US produces a significant amount of coal and wheat for use at home and as an export. However, the US consumes a larger amount of oil, which contributes to their trade deficit. SWOT Analysis of USA: The leading US strength is its entrepreneurial culture, while the main weakness is high health care cost. Energy independence has the opportunity to propel growth, while the major threat is the housing crisis, which will lower growth. USA's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, high investment flow potential and favorable business environment lead to a positive outlook for US investments, which will also benefit from positive international actions. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

Korea Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Korea (KRW) has a fast growing Asian country with a market-based economy. Korea's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Korea’s currency is undervalued as a result of the purchase price parity and the investment flow analysis. Korea's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Korea’s economic environment is moderate, because high scores on economic freedom are offset by low scores on the SWOT analysis. Korea's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong are the top export partners, while Korea’s emerging industry relates to technology. SWOT Analysis of Korea: The leading Korean strength is their shipbuilding expertise, while the main weakness is their bank cross holdings. North Korea is their main threat to long term economic growth. Korea's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, high investment flow potential and moderate business environment leads to a slightly positive outlook for Korean investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

UK Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) The UK (GBP) has a highly productive, capitalist economy with a strong financial services industry. UK's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): The British Pound is undervalued on a global basis. The purchase price parity indicates that the British Pound should fall in value over time, but high investment flow potential means the currency will increase in value. UK's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): The UK’s economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom, government transparency, and economic diversity. UK's General Trading Partners: Belgium, India, the EU, Netherlands, and France are the top export partners, while the leading industry is financial services. UK's Commodity Trading Partners: The UK produces a significant amount of natural gas and imports of cocoa for domestic consumption. SWOT Analysis of UK: The leading UK strength is the London Stock Exchange, which aids the financial services industry. The main weaknesses include high consumer and fiscal deficits. UK's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, moderate investment flow potential and very favorable business environment leads to a positive outlook for UK investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

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Uranium Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Uranium has two main uses: 1. as a military weapon used to penetrator armor; 2. as a power source used in nuclear plants. Uranium Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Uranium is rated a Hold, because there is not enough data to indicate the proper rating. Uranium suppliers have low potential to increase in value. Uranium Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Uranium’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes and difficulty to expand in the short term. Uranium SWOT Analysis: Strength: Uranium is the main fuel for nuclear power plants, which are expected to grow over the long term; Weakness: nuclear waste is a negative effect of using uranium fuel. Uranium Trade Analysis: A very favorable investor survey means uranium should increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Coal Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Coal is the largest source of fuel used to produce electricity in the world. Coal is also one of the largest sources of carbon dioxide emissions. Coal Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Coal is rated a Buy. Coal demanders have a high potential to grow, while coal suppliers have low potential in increase. Coal Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Coal’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes and low sources in short supply and substitute products. Coal SWOT Analysis: Strength: Coal is the largest source of energy worldwide; Weakness: coal produces considerable pollution. Opportunity to grow: coal’s widespread use could aid growth as the world economy grows; Threats to growth: alternative forms of clean energy may compete against coal. Coal Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that coal should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means coal may not increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Lead Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Lead has a variety of uses, from building construction to bullets. Lead Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Lead is rated a Buy. Lead demanders have average potential to increase in value, while lead suppliers have very low potential to increase in value. Lead Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Lead’s long term growth potential is low due to low scores on lack of good substitutes and SWOT threats. Lead SWOT Analysis: Strength: Lead has a limited supply; Weakness: lead poisoning is a significant threat to the use of lead. Threats to growth: lead is difficult to dispose of and it is harmful to the environment. Lead Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that lead should increase in price over the short term, whereas a very low investor survey means lead should decrease in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Zinc Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Zinc is mainly used as an anti-corrosion coating on iron and steel. Zinc Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Zinc is rated a Buy. Zinc demanders have a high potential to increase in value, while zinc suppliers have low potential to increase in value. Zinc Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Zinc’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on the SWOT analysis. Zinc SWOT Analysis: Strength: zinc has anti-corrosion properties, which will benefit the growth of zinc as emerging countries continue to urbanize. Opportunity to grow: Zinc’s recyclable, non-toxic properties could benefit its growth as environmental concerns increase. Zinc Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that zinc should increase in price over the short term, while a very favorable investor survey means zinc should increase in the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Nickel Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Nickel is corrosion-resistant, so it has many uses in the plating of coins and magnets. Nickel Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Nickel is rated a Buy, because both Nickel demanders have a high investing potential while suppliers have a low potential to increase in value. The net difference means demand will outpace supply of nickel over the short-term. Nickel Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Nickel’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on the SWOT analysis. Nickel SWOT Analysis: Strength: Nickel helps prevent contamination when used with steel. Opportunity to grow: nickel’s demand could increase as emerging markets continue to grow; Threats to growth: high exposure could lead to health risk. Nickel Trade Analysis: the commodity analysis buy rating indicates that nickel should increase in price over the short term. An average investor survey means nickel should stay the same in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Gold Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Gold is a widely used metal in the jewelry industry. Gold Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Gold is rated a Hold, because gold demanders and suppliers have a low potential to increase in value. Gold Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Gold’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand in the short term and many SWOT analysis strengths. Gold SWOT Analysis: Strength: Gold has a large, diverse growth market; Weakness: If the cost of gold is too high, then consumers might substitute other metals for gold. Opportunity to grow: gold acts as an inflation hedge investment. Threat: volatile prices may decrease the popularity of gold. Gold Trade Analysis: commodity analysis hold rating indicates that gold should stay the same price over the short term. A moderately favorable investor survey means gold may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Aluminum Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Aluminum is one of the most widely used metals and global production is second only to iron. Aluminum Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Aluminum is rated a Sell. Aluminum demanders have a moderate potential to increase in value while suppliers have high potential to increase in value. The net difference in investing potential means over supply will drive down prices. Aluminum Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Aluminum’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on the SWOT analysis. Aluminum SWOT Analysis: Strength: Aluminum has a vast number of uses, which help it to maintain long term demand. Opportunity to grow: Aluminum is completely recyclable, which will help as consumers become more environmentally active; Threats to growth: Other materials with similar properties like carbon fiber could be a significant threat to aluminum. Aluminum Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that aluminum should decrease over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means aluminum may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Silver Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Silver is a precious metal most commonly used in jewelry. Silver Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Silver is rated a Hold. Silver demanders and suppliers have low potential to increase in value. Silver Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Silver’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on the SWOT analysis. Silver SWOT Analysis: Strength: Silver has a limited supply and is widely used; Opportunity to grow: silver’s potential as a gold substitute could increase growth; Threats to growth: high prices for silver could decrease demand and hurt short term growth. Silver Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis hold rating indicates that silver should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a favorable investor survey means silver should increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Wool Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Wool is the fiber derived from the skin cells of sheep, goats, llamas, rabbits and other animals. Wool Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Wool is rated a Buy. Wool demanders have a high potential to increase in value, while there was not enough information to determine whether wool suppliers have potential to increase in value. Wool Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Wool’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on SWOT opportunities. Wool SWOT Analysis: Strength: Wool has many unique benefits that differ from other fibers; Weakness: fluctuating grain prices could increase feed cost for wool producing animals. Opportunity to grow: wool could benefit from future cloning of animals. Wool Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that wool should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means wool may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

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Material Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The materials industry includes companies whose sales originate from the mining, acquisition and sale of physical substances for manufacturing-related purposes. Material Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold. The Main Street analysis also says Hold, with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities less than threats. Material Trade Hubs: Some of the main trade hubs include Canada, Chile, Poland, Australia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Malaysia, and South Africa, while the main material commodities include aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, palladium, silicon, steel, tin, and zinc. Material Trading Strategy: The materials industry tends to be sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued material investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell material investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. Material stocks quickly increase at the conclusion of a recession, because materials are the primary input for the industrial sector. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase material investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

Financial Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The financial services industry includes companies whose sales come from the management of money for individuals and institutions. Financial services companies include banks, insurance companies, brokerage, wealth management, and credit card companies. Financial Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold. The Main Street analysis is also a Hold, with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses, but SWOT opportunities less than threats. Financial Trade Hubs: Some of the main centers for financial innovation include the US, Switzerland, the EU, Netherlands, Australia, Hong Kong, and Japan. Financial Trading Strategy: The financial industry is sensitive to economic cycles. However, financial service companies increase quickly out of recessions, because interest rates tend to be low. Look for undervalued financial investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell financial investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase financial investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

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