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Northern Star Resources has recently accelerated its long-term push into large-scale exploration around existing hubs and expanded the roll-out of renewable power across its Australian gold operations, reinforcing its position as a flagship domestic producer. A key implication is that by tying mine-life extension efforts directly to lower-carbon, potentially more stable energy sources, the company is trying to secure operational flexibility and social licence at the same time, which could...

CSL (ASX:CSL) has sparked fresh interest after unveiling five year HOPE B trial results for its gene therapy HEMGENIX, showing sustained efficacy and safety that could reshape reimbursement debates, especially in Australia. See our latest analysis for CSL. Yet despite a string of positives, from the new Melbourne vaccine facility to the ongoing buy-back and now the standout HEMGENIX data, CSL’s 1 year total shareholder return of around minus 34 percent and steep year to date share price...

Ramelius Resources has launched a A$250 million share buyback program, approved on 10 December 2025, to repurchase up to 73,964,497 shares (3.84% of its 1,924,864,769 issued shares) by June 2027 as a way of returning capital to investors. Alongside the buyback, Ramelius has lifted its minimum annual dividend to 2 cents per share and outlined a 5‑year growth plan targeting higher gold production, signalling confidence in cash generation and business expansion plans. We’ll now examine how...

Key Insights Significant insider control over Netwealth Group implies vested interests in company growth 51% of the...

As the Australian market shows signs of a potential rally to close out the year, investors are eyeing opportunities that extend beyond the major indices. Penny stocks, often associated with smaller or newer companies, continue to attract attention for their potential growth and value propositions. Despite being considered an outdated term by some, these stocks remain relevant as they can offer unique opportunities for those looking to explore under-the-radar investments with strong financial...

EZZ Life Science Holdings Limited ( ASX:EZZ ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a...

Region Group recently continued its on‑market buy-back of stapled securities, repurchasing more than 8.8 million units, including hundreds of thousands in the latest trading sessions, as part of its capital management efforts. This ongoing buy-back reduces the pool of outstanding securities, which can incrementally increase each remaining holder’s ownership share and influence future per‑security metrics. We’ll now explore how Region Group’s active on‑market buy-back program may affect its...

In recent weeks, Reliance Worldwide’s AGM outcomes have drawn attention as nearly 2 million performance rights lapsed, shareholders delivered a second strike against the remuneration report, and the CEO received a new long-term equity incentive grant. This combination of unmet performance hurdles and visible shareholder pushback on pay has intensified scrutiny of the company’s governance and management alignment with investors. We’ll now examine how this governance tension, especially the...

Argo Investments Limited (ASX:ARG) recently announced a share buyback program authorizing the repurchase of up to 35,018,817 shares, or 5% of its 760,112,620 shares on issue, for capital management purposes through to December 31, 2025. This board-approved capital management move is important because it can reduce the share count over time and signals confidence in the company’s balance sheet strength. We’ll now explore how Argo’s decision to repurchase up to 5% of its shares shapes the...

Megaport Limited ( ASX:MP1 ) shareholders have seen the share price descend 13% over the month. But don't let that...

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In the last year, many Harvey Norman Holdings Limited ( ASX:HVN ) insiders sold a substantial stake in the company...

Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...

Whilst it may not be a huge deal, we thought it was good to see that the E79 Gold Mines Limited ( ASX:E79...

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In recent months, TPG Telecom has faced intense regulatory scrutiny and a Senate inquiry in Australia after multiple Triple Zero (000) emergency call failures involving outdated Samsung devices on its network, with the company working with authorities to investigate possible links to customer deaths and urging tens of thousands of affected users to update their software or replace handsets. At the same time, TPG completed a retail reinvestment plan that raised A$73.40 million to repay bank...

Key Insights Autosports Group's estimated fair value is AU$6.19 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Autosports...

The Cogstate Limited ( ASX:CGS ) share price has softened a substantial 27% over the previous 30 days, handing back...

From what we can see, insiders were net sellers in BlueScope Steel Limited's ( ASX:BSL ) during the past 12 months...

National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB) has turned heads with a new strategic push into affordable housing, committing construction finance for three Assemble projects worth about $500 million as part of a broader $60 billion housing financing ambition by 2030. See our latest analysis for National Australia Bank. That affordable housing push comes after a steady run for the bank, with the latest A$41.38 share price sitting on an 11.12 percent year to date share price return and a powerful 121.39...

The Australian stock market has faced challenges this year, with the ASX200 underperforming compared to a basket of its peers despite some sectors like materials and real estate showing resilience. In such an environment, identifying undervalued stocks can be crucial for investors seeking potential opportunities, as these stocks may offer value relative to their intrinsic worth amidst broader market fluctuations.

The Australian stock market has faced challenges recently, with the ASX200 underperforming compared to its global peers despite a US Fed Rate Cut. In such conditions, investors often look towards penny stocks as a potential avenue for growth. Although the term "penny stocks" may seem outdated, these smaller or newer companies can offer opportunities when they possess strong financials and clear growth prospects.

Iluka Resources (ASX:ILU) has been back in the spotlight after scrapping its 2025 synthetic rutile production guidance. The company cited an unresolved contract with a key UK customer that rattled investors and amplified recent downgrades. See our latest analysis for Iluka Resources. The guidance withdrawal has accelerated a pullback that was already forming, with a 7 day share price return of minus 8.87 percent and a 30 day share price return of minus 11.94 percent. However, the year to date...

Woodside Energy Group recently held a Sustainability Focus Session and investor briefing to discuss the implications of the Murujuga Cultural Landscape’s UNESCO World Heritage Listing and its broader health, safety, climate, and biodiversity priorities. The company’s emphasis on Indigenous engagement, cultural heritage protection, and sustainability governance adds a new dimension to how investors assess its long-term licence to operate and project execution risk. We’ll now explore how this...