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Australian inflation has eased according to recent gauges, yet it remains above target, so interest rates still matter for every asset you hold. That keeps attention on companies tied to real productivity gains rather than cheap money. Artificial intelligence stocks fit that story for many investors. This article highlights three Australian listed AI related stocks from our screener that aim to turn this global shift into earnings power. The stocks below are just a starting sample from this...

nib holdings limited recently reported full-year 2026 results showing net income of A$187.5 million, down from A$199.8 million a year earlier, alongside slightly lower earnings per share. Despite this earnings softness, the board declared a fully franked ordinary dividend of A$0.16 per share and a fully franked special dividend of A$0.05 per share, highlighting a continued focus on capital returns. Next, we will examine how this combination of softer earnings and an ordinary plus special...

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Scentre Group (ASX:SCG) reported half year earnings to 30 June 2026 with sales and revenue lower than a year earlier, while net income and earnings per share from continuing operations increased. Scentre Group’s latest earnings update comes after a mixed price pattern. The share price is up 1.99% over the last day but down 8.42% over the past month and 15.13% year to date. At the same time, the 3 year total shareholder return of 50.02% and 5 year total shareholder return of 58.76% point to a...

Hansen Technologies Limited (ASX:HSN) has reported its full-year 2026 results, with revenue of A$390.01 million and net income of A$47.76 million, reaffirmed dividends, and guidance for broadly stable revenue in fiscal 2027 alongside growth in recurring Support & Maintenance revenue. Alongside these results, management highlighted that mergers and acquisitions are now the top capital allocation priority while also actively weighing a share buyback against further cash returns, signalling an...

APA Group recently reported past full-year results to June 30, 2026, showing revenue of A$3,003 million, lower sales than the prior year, but net income more than doubled to A$207 million with higher earnings per share. Alongside these results, the company declared higher ordinary dividends totaling just over A$0.31 per security for the half-year, reinforcing its income appeal despite softer top-line performance. With stronger profitability and an increased ordinary dividend, we’ll now...

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Downer EDI (ASX:DOW) is in focus after reporting full year 2026 earnings, alongside a higher ordinary fully franked dividend, and announcing more than $900 million of new and renewed infrastructure contracts across Australia and New Zealand. Despite the latest earnings, dividend increase and contract wins, Downer EDI’s recent momentum has cooled. The share price is down 15.8% over 30 days and 17.9% year to date, while the 3 year total shareholder return of 67.2% and 5 year total shareholder...

As of August 2026, the Asian small-cap market has been navigating a complex landscape marked by mixed economic signals and fluctuating investor sentiment. While broader indices such as the S&P MidCap 400 and Russell 2000 have experienced some declines, technology-driven optimism fueled by strong AI-related earnings continues to provide pockets of resilience within the sector. In this environment, identifying promising small-cap stocks often involves looking for companies with solid...

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PYC Therapeutics Limited recently reported full-year results for the period ended June 30, 2026, with revenue rising to A$39.68 million from A$26.17 million and its net loss narrowing to A$43.34 million compared with A$50.3 million a year earlier. The improvement in both top-line revenue and loss per share suggests the business is scaling its operations while gradually reducing the financial burden on shareholders. We will now examine how this combination of higher revenue and a smaller...

Last week, you might have seen that SomnoMed Limited ( ASX:SOM ) released its annual result to the market. The early...

Pioneer Minerals Limited ( ASX:PMM ) insiders who purchased shares in the last 12 months were richly rewarded last...

Investors who take an interest in Regis Healthcare Limited ( ASX:REG ) should definitely note that the CEO, MD...

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Coles Group Limited has released its full-year 2026 results, reporting A$45,722 million in revenue and A$1.09 billion in net income, and declared a fully franked final dividend of A$0.37 per share, taking total dividends for the year to A$0.78 per share, up 13%. Alongside these results, management flagged ongoing interest in acquisitions closely aligned to its core supermarket operations, highlighting specialty pet retail as an area where Coles already sees synergies with its existing pet...

Investors who take an interest in Lefroy Exploration Limited ( ASX:LEX ) should definitely note that the Non-Executive...

Insiders who bought Piche Resources Limited ( ASX:PR2 ) stock in the last 12 months were richly rewarded last week. The...

Stockland earnings and dividend announcement in focus Stockland (ASX:SGP) released its full year 2026 results on 18 August, reporting A$994 million in net income and confirming an expected FY27 distribution of 25.2 cents per security, matching FY26. Stockland shares have moved to A$4.36, with a 1 day share price return of 1.16% after the full year 2026 earnings release and dividend confirmation, while the share price return over 90 days of 15.04% contrasts with a year to date share price...

As the S&P/ASX 200 navigates a landscape influenced by global inflation concerns and potential interest rate hikes, Australian investors are keenly observing how these factors might impact their portfolios. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance growth with reliable returns.

As the S&P/ASX 200 reflects global market jitters with a predicted dip following Wall Street's inflation concerns, investors are keenly watching for opportunities in growth companies that demonstrate resilience and potential. In this environment, stocks with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often signal confidence from those who know the company best, aligning management interests with shareholder value.

As the Australian market grapples with inflation concerns mirroring Wall Street's recent performance, the S&P/ASX 200 is expected to open lower despite a positive close last week. In this environment of economic uncertainty and fluctuating indices, high-growth tech stocks like Echo IQ are gaining attention for their potential to thrive through innovation and adaptability, making them compelling options for investors seeking growth opportunities in a volatile market landscape.

As the Australian market navigates the ripple effects of inflation concerns and potential interest rate hikes from the US, investors are keenly observing how these factors might influence local indices such as the S&P/ASX 200. Amidst this backdrop, identifying stocks that are potentially undervalued can offer opportunities for those looking to capitalize on discrepancies between market price and intrinsic value.

The Australian market has been experiencing some fluctuations, with the S&P/ASX 200 recently closing higher but facing potential downward pressure as it aligns with Wall Street's concerns over inflation and interest rate hikes. In such a climate, investors often look towards stocks that offer both affordability and growth potential. While the term "penny stocks" might seem outdated, these shares in smaller or newer companies can still present valuable opportunities when backed by strong...