It has been a challenging year for investment banking in 2023, marked by a decrease in deal volume and several high-profile transactions failing to materialise.

As we approach the end of 2023, it's time to take stock of the year that was and look ahead to what the future holds for the Australian sharemarket in 2024.

The global lithium market is experiencing unprecedented levels of volatility, mirroring the characteristics of the element itself, which is famously the most volatile metal on the periodic table.

Australia's ambitious plans to replace gas exports with green hydrogen could be hindered by the immense scale of transmission lines required to establish a thriving renewable export sector, warns the Australian Energy Market Operator.

Investors have witnessed a sharp decline in prices. However, experts suggest that there are reasons for optimism.

Electric vehicle sales have continued their remarkable growth trajectory, exceeding both public expectations and forecasts from professional analysts in the field.

As the financial landscape shifts, understanding when to invest in bonds becomes crucial.

In a recent gathering of prominent figures in the Australian financial landscape, three critical components of the capital chain converged to discuss a pressing issue – the energy transition.

Nicola Powell, the Chief of Research and Economics at property classifieds giant Domain, has admitted that 2023 caught her off guard as the property market defied expectations.

As the federal government unveils its 10-year immigration plan, investors are advised to monitor how the government treats overseas tradies.

In the world of investing, there's a distinction between theoretical exercises and real-world financial stakes.

European carmakers are facing a shortage of vital raw materials for electric vehicle batteries, potentially hindering their efforts to meet ambitious 2030 sales targets.

The central theme driving the energy transition and decarbonisation efforts revolves around the objective of maximising the use of electricity and sourcing this electrical power from renewable and low-carbon origins.

Clean energy stocks are mired in their most severe downturn in years, triggering a multi-billion-dollar erosion of the sector's value and casting a shadow over America's environmental objectives.

Uranium prices have experienced a significant uptick, crossing the $80 per pound threshold, a level not observed in over 15 years. This surge in uranium prices can be attributed to a combination of factors, including a renewed interest in nuclear power and various supply disruptions in the global uranium market.

Investors are finding compelling opportunities in an unexpected corner: small-cap value shares.

This report evaluates recent lithium M&A activities and provides a closer examination of lithium development projects. The primary focus is on new projects that RFC Ambrian believes have the potential to become targets for future industry consolidation, either through outright takeovers or third-party entities taking substantial interests in these projects.

The electric vehicle (EV) industry, once riding high on optimism and sky-high valuations, has hit a roadblock as investors and car manufacturers reevaluate their strategies amidst a slowdown in growth. Factors ranging from rising interest rates to evolving EV technology and consumer preferences are being cited as reasons behind the shift in momentum.

Australia, home to the world's largest uranium resource, finds itself at a crossroads as it grapples with the question of whether to be a lifter or a leaner in the global pursuit of decarbonisation and energy security.