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Austal (ASX:ASB) cut its FY26 EBIT guidance from about A$135 million to approximately A$110 million, while Hanwha received approval to lift its stake to 19.9% under conditions related to sensitive information. See our latest analysis for Austal. Austal’s share price has come under pressure, with the 1 month share price return down 24.22% and the year to date share price return down 49.70%. However, the 5 year total shareholder return of 70.56% shows that longer term holders have still seen...

With inflation readings, bond yields and energy headlines pulling markets in different directions, many investors are looking for leaders whose interests are tightly aligned with shareholders. Founder-led companies often fit that brief, with executives who have personal capital, reputation and legacy on the line. The Founder-Led Companies screener is built to surface these stocks so you can focus on businesses where leadership tends to think in years, not quarters. In this article, you will...

Investors are watching Computershare (ASX:CPU) closely as sentiment tracks its earnings sensitivity to global interest rates, with margin income trends and mortgage servicing performance now central to how the stock is being assessed. See our latest analysis for Computershare. Recent trading reflects that focus, with Computershare’s share price at A$39.15 and a 30-day share price return of 8.18% sitting alongside a 27.15% 90-day share price return. The 1-year total shareholder return has...

In recent days, REA Group agreed to sell its Housing.com business to Aurum PropTech, with REA India to retain a 24.9% stake in Aurum following completion, while reporting strong June growth in new property listings on realestate.com.au across major Australian markets. This combination of reshaping its India footprint and increased listing volumes on its core Australian platform highlights how REA is sharpening its focus on high‑engagement property marketplaces and adjacent services. With...

Alkane Resources (ASX:ALK) has drawn fresh attention after reporting high grade drilling intercepts at both the Björkdal Gold Mine in Sweden and the True Blue deposit in Australia, along with updated gold production and sales figures. See our latest analysis for Alkane Resources. Recent exploration and production updates have landed while Alkane Resources’ share price has eased, with a 30 day share price return of 11.75% and a 90 day share price return of 23.2%. However, the 1 year total...

AUB Group recently reported a 13.9% increase in underlying NPAT to A$90.4 million and a 190-basis-point uplift in margins to 33.9%, with its International division delivering 29% growth in underlying profit before tax and margin expansion. The completion of a Share Purchase Plan in March 2026 to fund acquisitions, portfolio investments and integration highlights how AUB Group is actively using fresh capital to advance its growth agenda. We will now examine how the International division’s...

The Australian stock market is facing a slight downturn, with tech sector challenges on Wall Street influencing the ASX 200 and contributing to a cautious outlook. Despite these broader market tensions, investors continue to seek opportunities in penny stocks, which can offer unique value propositions. Although often associated with smaller or newer companies, penny stocks can present compelling opportunities for those looking to uncover financial strength and potential growth beyond the more...

As the Australian share market shows a modest upward trend, maintaining its position above 8,800 points amidst global financial developments, investors are keeping a close eye on potential opportunities. In this environment, identifying undervalued stocks can be crucial for portfolio growth, as these equities might offer significant upside potential when market conditions align favorably.

The Australian share market is poised for a modest gain, with the ASX expected to open slightly higher, maintaining its position above 8,800 points. Amidst this backdrop of cautious optimism, investors are exploring opportunities in various sectors. Penny stocks, though an older term, continue to attract attention as they represent smaller or less-established companies that may offer potential value. By focusing on those with strong financials and a clear growth path, investors might uncover...

In July 2026, Dexus reported that the APAC legal matter has progressed, with the Supreme Court of NSW scheduling combined appeal hearings for October 20, 2026, and multiple parties filing cross-appeals and notices of contention over the validity of a Default Notice. This escalation highlights that the APAC dispute remains a complex, multi-party legal process, with outcomes that could influence Dexus’s future obligations, counterpart relationships, and capital flexibility. We’ll now examine...

Elevra Lithium (ASX:ELV) has set out a fully funded plan to expand production at its North American Lithium operation, supported by an institutional placement, a Canada Growth Fund convertible note, and Ewoyaa stake sale proceeds. See our latest analysis for Elevra Lithium. Elevra Lithium’s latest expansion plan lands after a sharp 32.67% decline in the 30 day share price return and a 15.03% fall over 90 days, yet the year to date share price return of 11.36% and a very large 1 year total...

Lynas Rare Earths, one of the world’s largest non‑Chinese producers of separated rare earths, continues to be highlighted for its role supplying materials like neodymium and praseodymium that are essential for electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, electronics, and defense technologies. This renewed focus on Lynas within Australia’s expanding rare earths sector underscores its importance to Western efforts to diversify critical mineral supply chains away from China. We’ll now examine...

Xero (ASX:XRO) is in focus after unveiling new AI powered tools in its JAX platform and deepening its Wagepoint integration, moves that reshape how small businesses handle bookkeeping, payroll, cash flow and compliance. See our latest analysis for Xero. Despite the new JAX AI tools and deeper Wagepoint integration, Xero’s share price has come under pressure, with the stock at A$69.08 and the 1-year total shareholder return declining 61.44%, indicating fading momentum over both shorter and...

Cochlear (ASX:COH) is back in the spotlight after receiving FDA clearance for its Osia 3 Sound Processor, a new fully rechargeable bone conduction device that supports the company’s upgrade driven hearing implant model. See our latest analysis for Cochlear. Despite the positive headlines around Osia 3, Cochlear’s recent share price return has been mixed. A 30 day gain of about 15.4% contrasts with a year to date share price decline of around 52.8% and a 1 year total shareholder return that is...

Perpetual recently responded to the past resignation of deputy head of equities Anthony Aboud, after 14 years at the firm, by appointing Sean Roger and Nathan Hughes as portfolio managers for key equity funds and creating a new head of research role for Louise Sandberg. These leadership changes in core investment and research positions reshape how Perpetual sources ideas and runs flagship equity strategies, which matters for client confidence. We’ll now examine how the reshaped equities...

The sharp share price swings in Kingsgate Consolidated (ASX:KCN) were triggered by a mechanical failure and temporary shutdown at Plant 1 of the Chatree Gold Mine, followed by a partial processing restart that eased some immediate production concerns. See our latest analysis for Kingsgate Consolidated. Those operational setbacks and quick remediation efforts fed directly into the share price, which dropped sharply on the outage news before rebounding with a 1 day share price return of 15.89%...

Australian Foundation Investment Company Limited recently appointed Alison Gibson as a director, effective 13 July 2026, with her existing holding of 2,308 ordinary shares underscoring her financial alignment with investors. This board addition reinforces AFIC’s emphasis on governance depth and oversight, a central consideration for long-term income-focused Australian equity investors. We’ll now examine how Gibson’s appointment, and the alignment signalled by her shareholding, could shape...

Uber’s plan to acquire Delivery Hero for about €12.5b, at roughly €41 per share, is set to reshape the global food delivery market and could ripple across related stocks well beyond the deal’s immediate parties. With assets like Talabat, HungerStation, and Baemin set to change hands and parts of Delivery Hero headed to a US investment firm, investors are watching closely for potential winners and risks around consolidation and regulation. This article breaks down how that news could affect...

APA Group (ASX:APA) is back in focus after raising A$1.5b in new debt, progressing the Bulloo Interlink Pipeline environmental assessment, and continuing to shed non core assets, while also emphasising contracted cash flows and income visibility. See our latest analysis for APA Group. APA Group’s share price is A$9.98, with a 30 day share price return that is down 7.76%, even though the year to date share price return is up 10.40% and the 1 year total shareholder return is 27.79%. This points...

Goodman Group (ASX:GMG) is back in focus after a first half FY26 update that featured an operating profit of A$1,203.5 million, a 15.0 cent interim distribution and expanded data centre development plans. See our latest analysis for Goodman Group. At a share price of A$29.25, Goodman Group has seen its 30 day share price return fall 8.76%, while the 1 year total shareholder return is down 13.56% but still up 46.63% over three years, suggesting longer term holders have seen stronger results...

The Australian share market is poised for a slight gain, maintaining its position above 8,800 points as investors weigh the implications of recent U.S. tariff developments. Amidst this backdrop, penny stocks present unique opportunities for those interested in exploring smaller or less-established companies that may offer significant value. While the term "penny stocks" might seem outdated, these investments can still provide potential upside when focusing on companies with strong financials...

Champion Iron Limited recently paid an ordinary fully paid dividend of C$0.02 per share for the six months ended March 31, 2026, to shareholders on record as of June 12, with payment made on July 8, 2026. This reduced dividend payout versus prior periods may signal a shift in how the company is balancing shareholder returns with other capital needs. We’ll now explore how this lower ordinary dividend influences Champion Iron’s broader investment narrative and capital allocation...

With inflation pressures moving differently across regions and interest rate expectations constantly in focus, many investors are looking for companies where both analysts and insiders see room for growth. The Fast Growing Stocks With High Insider Ownership screener targets exactly that. It highlights businesses that pair strong growth potential with management teams that have meaningful skin in the game. This combination can help align your interests with those running the company. In this...

Earlier this month, Commonwealth Bank of Australia completed two senior unsecured note issues maturing in July 2031, raising A$250.00 million in fixed 5.148% notes and A$2.50 billions in floating-rate medium-term notes, both priced at 100% of face value. These sizeable, unsecured bond offerings highlight CBA’s continued access to institutional funding markets and its willingness to balance fixed and variable interest costs across its debt profile. We’ll now examine how this fresh A$2.75...