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Artificial intelligence stocks sit at the crossroads of powerful themes in today’s market. Questions around energy driven inflation, uneven global growth and shifting rate expectations are all pushing investors to look for companies that can still grow their earnings potential through productivity gains and automation. The AI Stocks screener focuses on businesses directly tied to this trend, from semiconductors and chips to software, LLMs, ChatGPT related tools, cloud and wider digital...

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...

Why Beach Energy Stock Is Back In Focus After Its Latest Production Update Beach Energy (ASX:BPT) is back on investors’ radars after its fourth quarter update showed Western Flank production in line with the prior period, with mixed trends across oil and gas volumes. Oil output was 11% above the prior quarter as Beach Energy restored flood impacted wells and connected new production, while gas and gas liquids volumes were 18% below due to a planned shutdown at the Middleton Gas Plant. See our...

Viewing insider transactions for Capral Limited's ( ASX:CAA ) over the last year, we see that insiders were net...

Woodside Energy Group (ASX:WDS) shares are reacting to fresh second quarter updates, with unaudited results showing higher operating revenue alongside lower production volumes and a slightly revised full year production guidance range. See our latest analysis for Woodside Energy Group. At a latest share price of A$32.9, Woodside Energy Group has seen a 16.63% 1 month share price return and a 39.05% year to date share price return. The 5 year total shareholder return of 120.77% suggests longer...

The Australian share market is facing turbulence, influenced by the recent downturn on Wall Street and rising U.S. bond yields due to inflation concerns. In such volatile times, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for investors looking to navigate uncertain economic conditions.

As the Australian share market braces for volatility following a downturn in U.S. markets driven by inflation concerns and rising bond yields, investors are keenly observing growth companies with high insider ownership on the ASX. These firms often attract attention due to their potential for robust performance, particularly when insiders have significant stakes, signaling confidence in the company's future amidst challenging economic conditions.

The Australian share market is facing turbulence, with recent declines influenced by rising U.S. bond yields and inflation concerns, which have also impacted global indices like the Nasdaq and S&P 500. In such volatile conditions, investors often seek stocks that are perceived to be undervalued, offering potential opportunities for growth when the market stabilizes.

As the Australian market braces for a challenging day, impacted by Wall Street's downturn and rising U.S. bond yields, small-cap stocks face heightened scrutiny amidst economic uncertainties. In such volatile conditions, identifying promising companies with strong fundamentals and growth potential becomes crucial, making IVE Group and two other lesser-known Australian stocks worthy of attention.

The Australian share market is facing turbulence, with a recent downturn driven by U.S. inflation concerns and bond yield spikes impacting global indices. Despite these challenges, investors can still find intriguing opportunities in lesser-known areas of the market. Penny stocks, often representing smaller or newer companies, continue to be relevant for those seeking potential growth beyond the major players. By focusing on companies with solid financial health and promising prospects,...

With inflation readings, growth signals and interest rate expectations pulling investors in different directions, solid cash generation and a reasonable price can be a reassuring anchor. The Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener focuses on companies where discounted cash flow estimates from SWS suggest the share price sits below fair value. That combination of underlying cash potential and a discount tag can appeal if you want substance rather than speculation. In this article you...

Champion Iron entered this earnings release with the stock already under pressure, down about 25% over the past 3 months and closing at A$3.62 on 30 July. The long term bull case has been built on premium grade iron ore and improving margins. Today's Q1 FY2027 print instead delivered a jolt. Revenue came in at CAD 356.9m while net income swung to a loss of CAD 41.5m and basic EPS moved into the red. For a stock often framed as a quality growth play, this profit squeeze is the real headline...

In July 2026, Fresha Limited launched native, real-time accounting integrations with Xero Limited and Intuit Inc. QuickBooks, allowing self-care and beauty businesses worldwide to automatically sync detailed financial data, including revenue, taxes, inventory, and payroll, directly from Fresha’s platform. This move embeds Xero deeper into Fresha’s global ecosystem, potentially increasing its relevance for multi-location and enterprise operators seeking a single, automated financial...

Supply Network (ASX:SNL) drew investor attention after issuing earnings guidance for fiscal 2027 that targets around A$50 million in additional revenue and announcing a higher fully franked final dividend of 44.0 cents per share. See our latest analysis for Supply Network. At a share price of A$33.75, Supply Network has seen its 7 day share price return of 6.57% contrast with a 1 year total shareholder return that declined 7.40%, even though the 5 year total shareholder return is very large...

Dividend Powerhouses with 5%+ yields and solid coverage can be especially appealing when global growth looks mixed, inflation stays uneven, and central banks keep investors guessing on rates. Reliable income from well covered and stable dividends can help smooth out some of that noise and give you a clearer sense of what you are getting paid to wait. This article focuses on three stocks from the Dividend Powerhouses screener that combine higher yields with a history of maintaining and growing...

Alkane Resources (ASX:ALK) has presented fresh exploration results at the Storheden Deposit in northern Sweden to investors, updating Mineral Resource estimates following recent drilling and new geological modeling. See our latest analysis for Alkane Resources. The latest Storheden update lands after a period where Alkane Resources' share price has eased, with the stock down 11% over 3 months and 5% year to date. Its 1 year total shareholder return of 84% and 3 year total shareholder return...

Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) is back in focus after confirming a final investment decision with Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. to expand the Mt Holland lithium project and double planned spodumene concentrate output. See our latest analysis for Wesfarmers. The Mt Holland expansion news comes as Wesfarmers trades at A$90.61, with a 24.26% 90 day share price return and an 11.61% one year total shareholder return that sits alongside a very large 3 year total shareholder return. If this lithium...

Earlier this year, Commonwealth Bank of Australia cut hundreds of jobs from its chat support operations after integrating AI systems, a shift expected to save tens of millions of dollars annually. This move highlights how large banks are using automation not only to reduce customer service costs but also to reshape their longer-term technology and workforce mix. We’ll now examine how these AI-driven job cuts, and the associated cost savings, may influence Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s...

Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) has announced a zero coupon, unsecured convertible bond offering due August 6, 2031. This financing move puts the company’s capital structure and funding plans in focus for investors. See our latest analysis for Lynas Rare Earths. The zero coupon convertible bond comes at a time when Lynas Rare Earths’ share price has been under pressure in the short term, with the stock down 23.87% on a 30 day share price return and 25.83% on a 90 day share price return. At the...

CSL recently reported positive top-line Phase 3b results for ANDEMBRY (garadacimab-gxii) in children aged 2 to 11 with hereditary angioedema, showing a safety profile in line with earlier studies and that most participants remained attack-free over 12 months. The company now plans regulatory filings to extend ANDEMBRY’s indication to younger children, potentially widening treatment options in a part of the HAE population where approved long-term prophylactic choices remain limited. We’ll now...

Insiders who acquired AU$225.9k worth of Yugo Metals Limited's ( ASX:YUG ) stock at an average price of AU$0.05 in the...

Insiders who acquired AU$318.8k worth of Miramar Resources Limited's ( ASX:M2R ) stock at an average price of AU$0.0027...

We can readily understand why investors are attracted to unprofitable companies. For example, although Amazon.com made...

The Australian share market is experiencing turbulence, with recent declines influenced by rising U.S. bond yields and inflation concerns impacting global indices. In such a volatile landscape, investors may find opportunities in penny stocks, which despite their outdated name, continue to offer potential value particularly among smaller or newer companies. By focusing on those with strong financial foundations, these stocks can present promising prospects for long-term growth amidst current...