Australian Aerospace & Defense Stock News

On August 25, 2025, Ansell Limited announced an on-market share buyback program of up to 14,594,488 shares, 10% of its issued capital, valid through September 7, 2026, as part of its capital management strategy. The launch of a substantial share repurchase highlights Ansell’s confidence in its financial position and its commitment to delivering value to shareholders. We'll explore how Ansell's major buyback initiative influences the company's investment narrative and future capital...

If you hold shares in TPG Telecom (ASX:TPG), the headlines might have caught your eye this week. The company has confirmed a significant data breach at its subsidiary iiNet, resulting in about 280,000 customer email addresses being stolen after an employee’s credentials were compromised. While TPG Telecom was quick to apologize and reassure investors that broader systems appear unaffected, cybersecurity incidents like this often inject new uncertainty into the story, especially with privacy...

Bega Cheese (ASX:BGA) just released its full year results, and there is a lot for investors to unpack. The headline is tough: after posting a profit last year, Bega reported a net loss of A$8.5 million this time. Yet, in a move that is sparking conversation, the company also declared an interim dividend. This could signal confidence and perhaps an effort to reassure shareholders, even in the face of a weaker result. This combination of a loss and a dividend payout creates an interesting...

Earlier this month, Ampol Limited reported a half-year net loss of A$25.3 million and a drop in sales to A$15.30 billion, alongside a reduced interim dividend of 40 cents per share, down from 60 cents a year prior. This marked shift from profit to loss and the lowered dividend reveal both profitability and cash distribution pressures, coming as the company considers a major acquisition of EG Group Australia. We'll now assess how Ampol's shift to a net loss and lower dividend payout...

If you’ve been watching Cochlear (ASX:COH), you probably noticed the recent flurry of activity. The company just delivered its full-year results, showing growth in both sales and net income, and followed that up with a higher ordinary dividend. For investors weighing what this means, these are material signals: earnings growth suggests operational strength, while the dividend boost rewards shareholders directly. Looking at the bigger picture, Cochlear’s share price has posted a modest gain of...

On August 20, 2025, Goodman Group announced a strong set of full-year results, reporting sales of A$211.6 million, revenue of A$2.31 billion, and net income of A$1.67 billion, along with operating earnings per share of A$0.85 from continuing operations and a proposed final dividend of 15 cents per security. In addition, Goodman Group issued an upbeat fiscal 2026 outlook, targeting 9% operating EPS growth and over A$2.6 billion in operating profit, reflecting renewed confidence following a...

Supply Network Limited has reported its full-year results for the period ended June 30, 2025, posting sales of A$348.83 million and net income of A$40.02 million, both higher than the previous year. The company’s growth in both revenue and earnings per share points to strengthened operational execution compared to the prior year. We'll explore how Supply Network’s double-digit revenue increase informs its investment narrative and operational outlook moving forward. These 13 companies...

Deterra Royalties Limited recently announced the sale of its non-core La Preciosa silver assets for US$22 million, generating an expected pre-tax profit of US$6.2 million and reaffirmed its focus on base, bulk, and battery and electrification commodities. This move highlights the company’s intent to strengthen its balance sheet through debt reduction while sharpening its commodity exposure amid changing industry dynamics. We will now consider how the La Preciosa divestment may influence...

Objective Corporation Limited recently reported its full-year 2025 results, highlighting a rise in sales to A$123.5 million and net income to A$35.44 million, alongside the declaration of an unfranked ordinary dividend of A$0.13 per share for the six months ended June 30, 2025. Higher earnings and the new dividend reflect the company’s ongoing focus on increasing shareholder returns while growing its revenue base year-over-year. With a higher full-year net income and a newly announced...

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank recently reported a statutory net loss of A$97.1 million for the year ended June 30, 2025, mainly due to goodwill impairment, alongside stable net interest income of A$1.65 billion and a maintained dividend of A$0.33 per share. Despite the reported loss, the bank highlighted growth in digital banking and reinforced its commitment to sustainability and long-term financial targets in its 2025 Annual Financial Report. We will now assess how the bank's transition to a...

Stanmore Resources reported its half-year financial results for the period ended June 30, 2025, posting revenue of US$872.2 million and a net loss of US$50.5 million compared to net income in the previous year. This swing from profit to loss, alongside a significant year-on-year revenue drop, highlights operational and market headwinds impacting the business during the period. We'll explore how this financial downturn, marked by a shift to a net loss, impacts Stanmore Resources' investment...

On August 13, 2025, MFF Capital Investments Limited reported a full-year revenue of A$632.85 million and net income of A$431.97 million, announced an interim dividend of A$0.09 per share, and appointed Kirsten Morton as Chief Financial Officer and Matthew Githens as Chief Risk Officer. The addition of two experienced executives from leading financial institutions signals a substantial focus on enhanced financial stewardship and risk management practices at the company. With the appointment...

Abacus Storage King recently reported its results for the year ended June 30, 2025, with revenue rising to A$225.36 million and net income growing to A$289.05 million, along with updated fiscal year 2026 distribution guidance targeting a 90%-100% payout of funds from operations and a fully franked dividend component. This combination of significant earnings growth and an ambitious payout target underscores management's confidence in the business’s current cash flow sustainability and...

Insurance Australia Group Limited recently reported its full-year results for the period ended June 30, 2025, with net income reaching A$1.36 billion, up from A$898 million the previous year, alongside an announced fully paid dividend of A$0.19 per security and an increased ex-dividend payout date in August 2025. This marks a significant improvement in earnings and a boost in shareholder returns, reflecting enhanced profitability and a stronger financial position compared to the previous...

BSP Financial Group Limited recently announced an estimated unfranked ordinary dividend of PGK 0.50 per share for the six months ended June 30, 2025, payable on September 19, 2025, alongside reporting a rise in net income to PGK 572 million and basic earnings per share of PGK 1.225 for the same period. The combination of higher earnings and a proposed dividend increase highlights the company's focus on shareholder returns amid improved financial performance. We'll explore how BSP Financial...

In recent weeks, global markets have experienced a mixed performance, with the S&P 500 and Russell 2000 indices showing gains amid Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's hints at potential rate cuts, while concerns about inflation and labor market weaknesses continue to loom. As small-cap stocks within these indices demonstrate resilience, particularly in sectors like energy and financials, investors are increasingly attentive to opportunities that arise from insider activity as a potential...

As Australian shares aim to surpass 9,000 points on the ASX 200, buoyed by positive market sentiment following the Federal Reserve's recent announcements, investors are keenly observing opportunities across various sectors. Penny stocks, though often seen as a relic of speculative trading days gone by, continue to offer intriguing prospects for growth at accessible price points. These smaller or newer companies can present compelling investment opportunities when supported by strong...

It looks like Orora Limited ( ASX:ORA ) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend date generally...

Readers hoping to buy SHAPE Australia Corporation Limited ( ASX:SHA ) for its dividend will need to make their move...

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...

Globe International ( ASX:GLB ) Full Year 2025 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: AU$206.8m (down 7.5% from FY...

Despite an already strong run, hipages Group Holdings Limited ( ASX:HPG ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of...

It's been a good week for MAAS Group Holdings Limited ( ASX:MGH ) shareholders, because the company has just released...

Vault Minerals Limited ( ASX:VAU ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 25% after a shaky period...