Australian Professional Services Stock News

Santana Minerals (ASX:SMI) has secured a key mining permit for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project in Central Otago, New Zealand. This 25-year approval allows the company to fully extract and process gold from the Rise & Shine deposit and neighboring areas. This marks a significant milestone as the project moves closer to construction and eventual production. See our latest analysis for Santana Minerals. After a year marked by steady progress, Santana Minerals’ share price has climbed 79%...

IGO (ASX:IGO) is shaking up its leadership, naming Dr. Vanessa Guthrie as Non-Executive Director and incoming Chair. This move marks a new chapter for the company as it looks to strengthen governance and chart its future in battery minerals. See our latest analysis for IGO. IGO’s leadership renewal comes as the company works to strengthen its position within the battery minerals space, following a tough stretch for shareholders. Although the share price sits at $4.99, the one-year total...

Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) has formed a new partnership with Solidec, launching a pilot project at its Australian facility to test hydrogen peroxide generation technology for cleaner, more efficient rare earth processing. This move could bolster Lynas’s sustainability credentials while supporting global demand growth. See our latest analysis for Lynas Rare Earths. Lynas Rare Earths’ push for cleaner processing arrives as the company’s momentum keeps investors on their toes. Despite a sharp...

Westpac Banking Corporation recently announced a fully franked interim dividend of A$0.77 per share for the six months ended September 30, 2025, with the payment scheduled for December 19, 2025. This announcement follows Westpac's 2025 results exceeding analyst expectations, reflecting strong growth in business lending and operational efficiencies from ongoing transformation programs. We'll explore how Westpac's earnings beat and dividend declaration influence its investment narrative amid...

DroneShield (ASX:DRO) shares have faced recent volatility as investors reacted to two major developments: the vesting of over 44 million performance options tied to a $200 million cash milestone, and a landmark Latin American contract win. See our latest analysis for DroneShield. Over the past month, DroneShield’s share price return dropped 50.7% following some fast-paced news, including that milestone contract in Latin America and the vesting of performance options. Even so, long-term...

Resolute Mining Limited recently reported that its gold production and sales for the third quarter and first nine months of 2025 were significantly lower than the same periods last year, and the company revised its annual production guidance to the lower end of its previous range, while raising cost guidance due to lower output and higher royalties. Despite ongoing regional challenges affecting its Syama Mine in Mali, the company highlighted that operations continue and efforts are underway...

Atlas Arteria has announced a significant restructuring of its executive team, reducing its size to four members and broadening the responsibilities of key leaders, with Vincent Portal-Barrault set to become CFO and Amanda Baxter appointed Chief Commercial Officer, both effective November 10, 2025. This overhaul is designed to streamline leadership, cut corporate costs, and strengthen accountability across the company’s four value-creation pillars as part of its strategy to deliver premium...

Charter Hall Retail REIT (ASX:CQR) has delivered an update that is catching investor attention, with lifted earnings guidance for FY2026 and increased dividend expectations. These changes signal improved returns for shareholders and a positive outlook heading into the new year. See our latest analysis for Charter Hall Retail REIT. Momentum is clearly building for Charter Hall Retail REIT, with the share price up almost 30% year to date as upbeat FY2026 guidance and recent leadership additions...

In recent days, AGL Energy submitted its 500MW/2,000MWh Tuckeroo Battery project in Queensland for federal environmental approval and is preparing for new regulatory requirements starting in 2026, including the government-mandated provision of three hours of free daily solar electricity to customers. This simultaneous push for major grid-scale battery investment and regulatory-driven changes highlights rising pressure on AGL’s future profit margins, dividends, and long-term investment...

Magellan Financial Group (ASX:MFG) has been active with its capital management plans lately, recently buying back ordinary shares and appointing a new director. These moves may signal the company’s ongoing efforts to lift long-term value for shareholders. See our latest analysis for Magellan Financial Group. Magellan’s active capital moves, including ongoing share buy-backs and a board refresh, come as the stock’s one-year total shareholder return is down 5.8%. While recent share price...

On November 6, 2025, Macquarie Group Limited announced half-year results for the period ended September 30, reporting net interest income of A$2.07 billion and net income of A$1.66 billion, both increases from the previous year. Additionally, the company’s basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations rose year-over-year, signaling some improvement in profitability for shareholders. We’ll explore how Macquarie’s growth in net interest income shapes the current investment...

Paladin Energy (ASX:PDN) is back in the spotlight after announcing the restart of its Langer Heinrich uranium mine in Namibia. This move arrives as global demand for uranium is climbing, fueled by a shift towards nuclear energy. Investors are now watching how this fresh supply could influence both Paladin and wider sector dynamics. See our latest analysis for Paladin Energy. Paladin Energy’s decision to ramp up operations has landed in the middle of a volatile period for its shares. After a...

National Australia Bank recently announced its full-year results, reporting a cash profit of A$7.1 billion for the period ended 30 September 2025, slightly below analyst expectations, and declared a fully franked final dividend of 85 cents per share, payable in December 2025. While revenue increased 1.2%, profit margins were pressured by higher credit impairment charges and a 4.6% rise in operating expenses, raising renewed scrutiny of the bank’s competitive position as it faces stronger...

Metcash (ASX:MTS) is under the spotlight as two former senior finance executives allege bullying by the company’s CFO arising from disputes over bonuses. One former leader is taking legal action in the Federal Court. See our latest analysis for Metcash. Amid the management turmoil, Metcash’s 23.96% share price return year-to-date suggests that investors have focused on the company’s solid business momentum rather than short-term headlines. Over the past year, total shareholder return reached...

In early November 2025, Wesfarmers Limited announced a special dividend of A$0.40 per share and a capital return of A$1.10 per security, both payable to shareholders on December 4, 2025, following approval at the recent Annual General Meeting. These shareholder distributions provide a direct cash benefit and reflect Wesfarmers' ability to return surplus capital, highlighting management's ongoing focus on capital efficiency and shareholder value. We’ll discuss how the return of A$1.10 per...

The Australian market is experiencing a cautious close to the week, with futures indicating a slight decline amid ongoing concerns about AI valuations and job cuts impacting global sentiment. In such uncertain times, investors often seek opportunities in lesser-known corners of the market where potential value can be found. Penny stocks, though an outdated term, still refer to smaller or emerging companies that might offer growth potential and affordability when backed by strong financials.

Key Insights Advance ZincTek to hold its Annual General Meeting on 14th of November Salary of AU$292.3k is part of CEO...

Oneview Healthcare PLC's ( ASX:ONE ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 7.8x might make it look like a buy right now...

Usually, when one insider buys stock, it might not be a monumental event. But when multiple insiders are buying like...

Key Insights The projected fair value for Harvey Norman Holdings is AU$8.32 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...

Recently, Telix Pharmaceuticals disclosed that it received a subpoena from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission concerning its disclosures about prostate cancer therapeutic candidates, prompting law firms such as Bragar Eagel & Squire and Rosen Law Firm to initiate investigations into potential securities law violations. This development has heightened attention to the accuracy of the company’s public statements and their impact on investor trust. We’ll consider how the federal...

BHP Group (ASX:BHP) is transferring about 3,700 hectares from its Mt Arthur Coal operation to Malabar Resources. This move is related to the company’s plan to responsibly close the mine by 2030. See our latest analysis for BHP Group. At A$43.0 per share, BHP Group has seen steady momentum this year, supported by decisive actions such as the Mt Arthur Coal land transfer and a continued focus on long-term sustainability. The stock’s 7.6% year-to-date share price return signals optimism...

Some Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Limited ( ASX:SXE ) shareholders may be a little concerned to see that...

SomnoMed Limited ( ASX:SOM ) shareholders might be concerned after seeing the share price drop 10% in the last week...