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Alan Rydge has maintained almost 40% ownership of the company for decades, this fact alone speaks to the strength of the business and insider's conviction of its future. Regarding other analysts' view that the sale of 525 George St will unlock value and strenghten its balance sheet, my take is that it won't be easy to achieve a satisfactory sale price.Read more

PlaySide Studios (ASX: PLY) is still being priced like a sleepy, low-growth work-for-hire studio, despite now sitting on the largest and most statistically credible IP slate in its history, backed by hard wishlist data and a materially leaner cost base. After reviewing the updated Steam wishlist data, indie comps, sell-through ratios, past margins and the latest company guidance, my view is: If the upcoming slate lands even “normally well”, FY26 earnings power justifies a move from ~0.265 today into the 0.70–1.00 range over the next 12–18 months, with upside beyond that if one title genuinely breaks out.Read more

Hipages appears to be at a significant turning point, showing strong signs of operational and financial health after a period of strategic change. The key takeaway from the FY25 results is the successful execution of its transition from a simple marketplace to a more integrated Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform, which is now yielding positive results.Read more

Key Takeaways Long-term demographics and market saturation threaten REA Group's growth as housing transactions and user engagement decline. Regulatory, competitive, and cost pressures risk shrinking margins, undermining AI investments, and limiting future earnings potential.Read more

Key Takeaways Replicating the Australian strategy in the US and UK, supported by innovative partnerships and media assets, could deliver significant, cost-effective growth and margin expansion. Platform enhancements and a strong reputation position the company to capitalize on gig economy trends, boosting retention, diversification, and long-term earnings stability.Read more

Key Takeaways AI-driven innovation, integrated platforms, and freemium migration are boosting yield, user engagement, and margin expansion, supporting robust long-term revenue and earnings growth. Under-penetration and digital adoption in Asian markets present a significant, potentially undervalued growth catalyst as SEEK strengthens position beyond core regions.Read more

Key Takeaways Major new title launches and cross-platform strategies are poised to boost revenue, margins, and expand PlaySide's market reach across diverse audiences. Industry outsourcing trends and internal cost control are driving recurring revenue, operational stability, and improved cash flow prospects.Read more

Key Takeaways Structural tradie shortages, regulatory pressures, and intensifying competition threaten marketplace growth, margin sustainability, and long-term earnings stability. Overreliance on Australia and increased discounting risks erode revenue, operational leverage, and free cash flow generation.Read more

Key Takeaways Urban expansion and premium contract wins are expanding network reach, enabling higher revenue growth and stronger pricing power in high-density areas. Investment in digital assets and retail media, alongside operational efficiencies, are driving margin expansion, stable cash flow, and future earnings growth.Read more