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What the expanded CBUSA deal means for James Hardie investors James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) has expanded its exclusive agreement with CBUSA, giving the fiber cement producer broader access to nearly 1,000 custom home builders and a wider platform for its exterior solutions offering. See our latest analysis for James Hardie Industries. The expanded CBUSA agreement lands after a weak 30 day share price return of 16.47% and a one year total shareholder return of 23.45%. Today’s 7.82% one day...

In March 2026, FTSE Russell added Sandfire Resources Limited (ASX:SFR) to the FTSE All-World Index (USD), broadening the Australian copper producer’s exposure to global index-tracking and institutional investors. This index inclusion, coming alongside a recent sustainability briefing, has the potential to reshape how international investors assess Sandfire’s copper growth and ESG profile. We’ll now examine how Sandfire’s entry into the FTSE All-World Index could influence its investment...

Aussie Broadband Limited has announced that Phillip Britt resigned as a Non-Executive Director on March 24, 2026, with his Special Technical Advisory Services Agreement also ending by mutual agreement. The board’s decision to replace Britt by appointing two new directors highlights a potential shift in technical oversight and governance priorities for the company. We’ll now explore how Britt’s departure from both the board and his advisory role could influence Aussie Broadband’s broader...

What Greatland Resources’ Recent Share Price Moves Signal for Investors Greatland Resources (ASX:GGP) has caught investor attention after a 14.9% one day gain, alongside a 25.2% move over the past week, contrasting with a roughly 9.8% decline over the past month. See our latest analysis for Greatland Resources. That sharp 1 day share price return of 14.9% and 7 day share price return of 25.2% comes after a softer 30 day share price return of 9.8%. However, the 90 day share price return of...

In recent weeks, REA Group has continued its on‑market share buy-back, repurchasing more than 400,000 shares and releasing regular ASX updates alongside commentary from its senior economist on property-related consumer sentiment across Australia. This combination of active capital management and real-time insights into housing market conditions offers investors a clearer view of how REA Group is positioning itself amid shifting property advertising demand. We’ll now explore how REA Group’s...

Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) is back in focus after UBS shifted its rating from Sell to Buy, highlighting asset quality, potential divestments, possible capital returns and recently reported record underlying EBITDA with higher earnings per share. See our latest analysis for Northern Star Resources. The UBS upgrade comes after a sharp recent sell-off, with a 30.35% 1 month share price decline and a 17.32% 3 month share price fall. Momentum has swung back quickly, however, with an 8.55% 1...

Magellan Financial Group Limited recently completed a follow-on equity offering, raising approximately A$20.00 million through the issuance of 2,366,863 new ordinary shares at A$8.45 each. This fresh equity injection adjusts the company’s capital structure and may influence how it funds future initiatives, manages risk, and allocates resources. Next, we’ll examine how this A$20.00 million capital raise could affect Magellan Financial Group’s investment narrative and future capital...

Xero (ASX:XRO) has put artificial intelligence at the center of its story, announcing a multi year partnership with Anthropic to embed Claude directly into Xero and to bring Xero financial data into Claude.ai. See our latest analysis for Xero. The latest AI partnership and recent US product launches come against a weak share price backdrop, with a 90 day share price return of 34.12% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 52.04%. This suggests recent enthusiasm has not yet reversed the...

If you are looking at Lynas Rare Earths and wondering whether the current share price still makes sense, the key question is how that price lines up with the underlying business value. The stock last closed at A$18.96, with a 55.2% return year to date and a 168.6% return over the past year, alongside a 3.1% decline over the last 7 days and a broadly flat 0.1% return over the past month. Recent coverage around Lynas Rare Earths has focused on its position in the rare earths supply chain and...

Manuka Resources recently announced it had entered a Letter of Intent with Macmahon Holdings to provide full open-pit mining services at the Wonawinta Silver project in New South Wales, targeting a five-year term and A$190,000,000 in services value from June 2026. This agreement highlights how Macmahon’s contracting expertise and operational flexibility are being relied on to restart and de-risk a regional precious metals operation. Now we’ll examine how securing a five-year Wonawinta...

Australian shares are poised for a significant upswing, with optimism fueled by potential resolutions in Middle Eastern conflicts and positive movements in global indices. As investors navigate these shifting landscapes, the allure of penny stocks remains relevant, especially when these smaller or newer companies are built on strong financial foundations. This article will explore three such penny stocks that demonstrate robust balance sheets and promising growth potential, offering investors...

In March 2026, Alkane Resources Limited executed an A$110 million Revolving Credit Facility and an A$40 million Contingent Instrument Facility with a syndicate of major Australian banks, following its early repayment of a A$45 million project finance facility in August 2025. An interesting feature of the new debt package is that Alkane is not required to enter into mandatory gold hedging, preserving full exposure to future gold price outcomes while adding liquidity and funding...

Woodside Energy has recently assumed operational control of the Beaumont New Ammonia facility in southeast Texas from OCI Global, completing performance testing on a plant capable of producing up to 1.1 million tonnes of ammonia annually and triggering the final payment of its approximately US$2.35 billion all-cash acquisition of OCI Clean Ammonia. This marks a meaningful expansion of Woodside’s exposure to the US ammonia market, adding portfolio diversity while lower-carbon ammonia output...

There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, EMC Gold ( ASX:EM3...

From what we can see, insiders were net buyers in Intelicare Holdings Limited's ( ASX:ICR ) during the past 12 months...

Domino's Pizza Enterprises (ASX:DMP) has drawn investor attention after a period of weaker share price performance, with the stock showing negative returns over the past month, the past three months, and year to date. See our latest analysis for Domino's Pizza Enterprises. The recent 1 month share price return of 20.31% and 3 month share price return decline of 22.86% have added to already weak longer term total shareholder returns, with the 5 year figure down 82.17%, suggesting momentum has...

Minerals 260 Ltd (ASX:MI6) recently reported further strong drilling results from its 100%-owned Bullabulling Gold Project in Western Australia, with assays supporting confidence in the existing resource and future growth ahead of a maiden ore reserve and updated mineral resource estimate targeted for mid-2026. The latest drilling at the Bacchus area suggests mineralisation above the current resource grade and points to a potentially larger, higher-grade footwall zone than previously...

Just because a business does not make any money, does not mean that the stock will go down. By way of example, Amplia...

We feel now is a pretty good time to analyse Tesoro Gold Ltd's ( ASX:TSO ) business as it appears the company may be on...

If you are wondering whether BHP Group is priced attractively at its recent close of A$50.39, the key is to separate headline moves from what the underlying valuation actually suggests. The stock has returned 3.9% over the past week, while the 30 day return is a 13.7% decline and the 1 year return stands at 35.0%. This gives you a mix of recent volatility and longer term strength to think about. Recent coverage has focused on BHP Group as a major diversified miner in the context of ongoing...

As the Australian market navigates a cautious start to March, with eyes on decisions from the Reserve Bank and Fair Work that could sway investor sentiment, attention turns to dividend stocks as a potential source of stability amid economic uncertainties. In this environment, selecting strong dividend-paying stocks can offer investors steady income streams and resilience against market fluctuations.

As the Australian market faces a cautious start, with investors closely monitoring decisions from the Reserve Bank and Fair Work Commission, the performance of growth stocks remains a focal point for many. In such uncertain economic conditions, companies with strong insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often indicate confidence in the firm's future prospects.

The Australian stock market is experiencing a cautious start to the week, with investors closely watching decisions from the Reserve Bank and Fair Work that could influence economic sentiment. In this environment of uncertainty, identifying stocks that are trading below their intrinsic value can offer potential opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on undervalued assets.

The Australian share market is experiencing cautious optimism, with potential shifts hinging on key decisions from the Reserve Bank and Fair Work. In this context, penny stocks—often associated with smaller or emerging companies—remain a compelling area for investors seeking growth opportunities. Despite being an older term, penny stocks continue to attract attention for their potential to offer significant returns when backed by strong financial health.