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The latest tensions in the Red Sea and Persian Gulf, including threats to close vital shipping chokepoints and disrupted tanker traffic, have pushed energy security back to the forefront for many investors. While crude prices have so far stayed relatively steady, the risk of compounded oil supply disruption is clear. For alternative energy infrastructure stocks, this kind of geopolitical stress can change how capital and attention are allocated across the sector. This article walks through...

Hillgrove Resources has approved the development of the Emily Star deposit as a third underground mining front at its Kanmantoo Copper Mine in South Australia, committing A$20 million to A$22 million and targeting initial stoping in the second half of 2027. This additional mining front is intended to increase operational flexibility and underpin sustained copper production over Kanmantoo’s mine life, potentially reshaping how the company manages throughput, grade profiles, and longer-term...

Australian investors are starting Week 30 on a positive note, with futures indicating a potential 0.6% rise at the open, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and Wall Street's recent downturn. In this context, penny stocks—often seen as smaller or newer companies—remain an intriguing investment area due to their affordability and growth potential when supported by strong financials. Although the term "penny stocks" might seem outdated, these investments can still offer unique opportunities...

Dexus (ASX:DXS) has updated investors on the APAC legal case, with the Court setting October 20, 2026 for hearings on the REST and Dexus Bloc appeals, and multiple cross appeals and contentions now filed. See our latest analysis for DEXUS. At a share price of A$5.76, Dexus has seen short term share price gains, including a 1-day share price return of 1.59% and 7-day share price return of 2.67%. Its year to date share price performance is weaker and longer term total shareholder returns over...

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The Australian stock market is experiencing a slight downturn, with the ASX 200 poised for a modest drop as tech sector challenges in the U.S. ripple across global markets. Amidst this cautious atmosphere, investors may find opportunities in stocks that are trading below their fair value, particularly those resilient to inflation and interest rate pressures.

The Australian stock market is facing a slight dip, influenced by recent tech sector downturns on Wall Street and ongoing economic pressures such as inflation and high interest rates. Despite these challenges, the search for promising investment opportunities continues, with penny stocks drawing attention for their potential growth at lower price points. Although the term "penny stocks" may seem outdated, these smaller or newer companies can still offer significant value when they possess...

Australian consumer sentiment is under pressure, with rising life dissatisfaction, stagnant household incomes and housing stress all pointing to a cautious shopper and tougher conditions for businesses that rely on discretionary spending. For investors, that mix can quickly separate resilient stocks from those more exposed to weak demand and stagflationary pressures. This article breaks down 3 stocks from the Australian Consumer Sentiment Headwinds Company Opportunities screener that appear...

Anticipation is building ahead of BCI Minerals (ASX:BCI) Q4 2026 earnings call on July 20, as investors look for fresh information on the company’s salt and potash project progress and current financial position. See our latest analysis for BCI Minerals. Recent trading has been mixed for BCI Minerals, with a 14.29% 1 month share price return and a 2.56% year to date share price return set against a 15.94% 1 year total shareholder return and 57.48% 3 year total shareholder return. This may...

With energy geopolitics, inflation swings, and shifting rate expectations constantly tugging at markets, it can be hard to tell which stocks truly offer value. That is where the Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener comes in. It highlights companies where current prices sit below their SWS DCF fair value estimate, while underlying cash flow potential still looks promising. For investors who care about what a business actually generates in cash rather than headlines, this theme can...

BHP Group (ASX:BHP) is back in focus after issuing production guidance for fiscal 2027, alongside its fourth quarter and year to date 2026 production update, highlighting differing trends across copper, iron ore and coal output. See our latest analysis for BHP Group. BHP Group’s latest production update lands after a softer patch in the stock, with the share price at A$57.54 and a 30 day share price return down 6.29%. However, a year to date share price return of 25.74% and 1 year total...

Legal and regulatory stocks are suddenly in the spotlight as the Department of Justice turns up the heat on major law firms that cut deals with the Trump administration. For investors, this tension can reshape how capital flows into legal services, compliance, and risk management businesses that sit close to the action but outside the subpoena line. This article looks at 3 stocks from our Legal and Regulatory Services Sector screener that are exposed to the current news, all with potential...

The opening of Trent Park as a museum puts a fresh spotlight on North London tourism, with potential knock on effects for hotels, leisure operators and travel providers in the area. For investors, this kind of local catalyst can quietly reshape demand patterns for companies that are exposed to the Trent Park news, from visitor spending to transport flows. This article explains how that story connects to the broader Tourism and Hospitality screener and highlights 3 stocks that could be...

Product launch puts ARB (ASX:ARB) back in focus for overlanding investors ARB (ASX:ARB) has drawn fresh attention after launching its Ascent truck bed cap for 2024 and newer Ford Ranger models, a product tailored to overlanding drivers who value secure, multipurpose storage. See our latest analysis for ARB. ARB’s latest product arrives as the stock trades at A$17.79, with a 1 day share price return of 1.66% and a year to date share price return that is down 44.30%. The 1 year total...

With long term interest rates influenced by geopolitical tensions and swelling sovereign debt, many investors are rethinking how to balance growth, income, and capital protection. Traditional 60/40 portfolios are offering less diversification just as doubts around central bank control and debt sustainability add extra uncertainty. At the same time, growing demand for safe haven assets is putting fresh attention on gold and precious metals stocks that may be exposed to these trends. This...

Oceana Metals Limited ( ASX:OCN ) insiders who acquired shares over the previous 12 months, can probably afford to...

Whilst it may not be a huge deal, we thought it was good to see that the Kaiser Reef Limited ( ASX:KAU ) Executive...

APA Group has received Australian Energy Regulator approval for a A$213 million expansion of the South West Pipeline in Victoria, including new compressor stations at Pirron Yallock and Stonehaven, which will form part of its regulated asset base and be funded from existing balance sheet capacity. This expansion, alongside A$31 million in approved early works for potential future looping and APA’s broader A$3 billion organic growth pipeline, underlines the company’s push to reinforce...

REA Group (ASX:REA) has drawn fresh attention after June property listings on realestate.com.au were reported 13% higher than in June 2024, with cooling conditions and tax changes prompting more sellers into Australia’s major markets. See our latest analysis for REA Group. The June listings surge comes after a volatile stretch for REA Group, with the stock delivering a 7.86% 7 day share price return and an 11.24% 30 day share price return, yet still down 12.95% year to date and 32.12% on a 1...

The turmoil around Ukraine’s military leadership is rippling far beyond politics, influencing expectations around defense budgets, supply chains and risk pricing across global markets. For investors, this kind of geopolitical stress can reshape which defense and aerospace stocks look better positioned and which might face headwinds, without changing the core thesis of the sector overnight. This article focuses on three stocks from a Defense and Aerospace Sector screener that appear closely...

With the Federal Reserve sending mixed signals on interest rates and the US dollar showing signs of strength, many investors are reassessing which stocks could be helped or hurt as borrowing costs stay elevated. Higher-for-longer US rates can pressure some growth stories, yet they may also support companies with steadier cash flows and established dividend records. This article looks at how the latest Fed commentary and dollar moves could affect a handful of large caps, and highlights 3...

Surging inflation, shortages and capital flight in Cuba are a reminder that food supply is often shaped more by politics and logistics than by harvest volumes. For global agricultural exporters, this kind of stress can shift trade flows, pricing power and risk in ways that matter for your portfolio. This article looks at how the latest Cuba sanctions shock could affect companies in the Global Agricultural Exporters screener, and what that might mean for investors who care about currency risk,...

Westgold Resources Limited has completed the divestment of its Chalice Gold Project to Corazon Mining Limited, receiving A$8,000,000 in cash upfront and a 19.9% equity stake valued at about A$4,600,000, alongside up to A$11,000,000 in deferred payments tied to future resource milestones. This transaction closes Westgold’s non-core asset sale program, which has generated more than A$200,000,000 in value and reshaped its portfolio focus. We’ll now examine how completing the non-core asset sale...

With global growth signals mixed, inflation patterns uneven across regions, and interest rates still shaping bond and housing markets, many investors are looking for companies that rely on solid finances rather than perfect economic conditions. Our Solid Balance Sheet and Fundamentals screener focuses on stocks with high return on equity, resilient past performance and stronger balance sheets, which can help you stay focused on quality when headlines are noisy. In this article, you will see 3...