ASX:LNW
ASX:LNWHospitality

Why Light & Wonder (ASX:LNW) Is Up 16.0% After Major IP Settlement With Aristocrat Leisure – And What's Next

In early January 2026, Aristocrat Leisure and Light & Wonder settled intellectual property litigation in Australia and the United States, with Light & Wonder agreeing to pay Aristocrat US$127.5 million, halt global commercialization of Dragon Train and Jewel of the Dragon, and destroy related materials. The settlement underlines how crucial proprietary game mathematics and intellectual property protection have become for competition and product development in the global gaming...
ASX:USL
ASX:USLMetals and Mining

Unico Silver Valuation Check After Joaquin Project PFS Move And Strong Drill Results

Why the latest Joaquin drill results matter for Unico Silver Recent assay results from Unico Silver (ASX:USL) at the La Negra SE prospect, plus a move straight into a pre feasibility study backed by fresh funding, have pushed the Joaquin Project firmly into the development spotlight. See our latest analysis for Unico Silver. Those drilling headlines are arriving alongside very strong momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 35.62%, a 90 day share price return of 69.53% and a very large 1...
ASX:AMP
ASX:AMPDiversified Financial

Assessing AMP’s Valuation After Citi’s Buy Upgrade And Capital Return Expectations

Citi’s upbeat view on AMP (ASX:AMP), highlighting potential capital returns through dividends or a share buyback, has pushed the stock into focus for investors who are watching how management allocates surplus capital. See our latest analysis for AMP. The recent Citi commentary on potential capital returns comes on top of a 3.65% 1 day share price return and a 6.65% 90 day share price return. AMP’s 1 year total shareholder return of 19.35% and 3 year total shareholder return of 50.55% point...
ASX:NST
ASX:NSTMetals and Mining

How Revised 2026 Output Guidance After Operational Disruptions Will Impact Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) Investors

Northern Star Resources reported that December 2025 quarter gold sales were about 348 koz after isolated operational disruptions, and has cut its fiscal 2026 production guidance to 1,600–1,700 koz from 1,700–1,850 koz. These setbacks and the lower output outlook highlight how even short-term operational issues can reshape expectations for a producer with large, long-life gold assets. Next, we’ll explore how the reduced 2026 production guidance might influence Northern Star’s longer-term...
ASX:DMP
ASX:DMPHospitality

Is Domino's (ASX:DMP) New ANZ Leadership the Missing Link in Its Turnaround Narrative?

Domino's Pizza Enterprises has appointed Merrill Pereyra as CEO for Australia and New Zealand, effective 23 January 2026, and expanded Group CFO George Saoud’s responsibilities to include the role of Group COO, overseeing technology and procurement and supply chain. These leadership changes highlight Domino’s intention to tighten operational execution and franchise support in its core ANZ market while centralizing global cost and efficiency levers. Next, we’ll examine how Pereyra’s...
ASX:NAB
ASX:NABBanks

A Look At National Australia Bank’s Valuation As Rate Hike Speculation Impacts Investor Focus

National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB) has been in focus after its share price moved alongside speculation that firm household spending could prompt another Reserve Bank of Australia rate hike, a scenario that can influence bank lending margins. See our latest analysis for National Australia Bank. Beyond the latest rate hike speculation, NAB’s share price has been fairly soft in recent months, with a 1 day share price return of 1.46% against a modest year to date decline. At the same time, a 1...
ASX:PPS
ASX:PPSSoftware

ASX Penny Stocks To Watch In January 2026

The Australian market is showing resilience, with shares set to advance by 0.33% following positive trends in global markets despite political uncertainties surrounding the Federal Reserve. In such a climate, investors often look towards smaller or newer companies for potential growth opportunities. Penny stocks, while sometimes considered outdated, can still offer significant value when backed by strong financials and stability. This article will explore three penny stocks that stand out for...
ASX:COH
ASX:COHMedical Equipment

Did VA Access to Nucleus Nexa Implants Just Shift Cochlear's (ASX:COH) Investment Narrative?

In January 2026, Cochlear announced that its Nucleus® Nexa® System, described as the world's first smart cochlear implant with upgradeable firmware, internal memory and all-day battery life, is now available to eligible US military veterans through VA clinics nationwide. This rollout extends Cochlear's most advanced hearing technology to a large, clinically complex patient group, potentially deepening its presence and clinical relationships across the US hearing-care ecosystem. We’ll now...
ASX:MIN
ASX:MINMetals and Mining

Did China’s Battery Overcapacity Warning Just Recast Mineral Resources’ (ASX:MIN) Lithium Exposure Narrative?

In early January 2026, Mineral Resources faced renewed uncertainty after China’s industry ministry warned about overcapacity risks in electric-vehicle and energy‑storage battery sectors, rattling sentiment across lithium‑exposed miners. This heightened focus on potential lithium oversupply has sharpened investor attention on Mineral Resources’ upcoming January and February operational updates for clues on shipments, costs, and pricing across its iron ore and lithium businesses. We’ll now...
ASX:DOW
ASX:DOWCommercial Services

A Look At Downer EDI’s Valuation As Allan Gray Exits As A Substantial Shareholder

Why Allan Gray’s exit matters for Downer EDI Allan Gray Australia and its related entities stepping back from substantial shareholder status in Downer EDI (ASX:DOW) puts the company’s ownership structure in focus for anyone tracking the stock’s recent performance. See our latest analysis for Downer EDI. At a share price of A$7.97, Downer EDI has a 90 day share price return of 5.98%, while its 1 year total shareholder return of 61.87% suggests momentum has been building over a longer stretch...
ASX:EVN
ASX:EVNMetals and Mining

Assessing Evolution Mining’s Valuation As Investors Await December-Quarter Update And Benefit From Higher Gold Prices

Evolution Mining (ASX:EVN) is back on investor radars as gold prices touch new highs and the company heads into a closely watched December quarter production and cost update later this month. See our latest analysis for Evolution Mining. At a share price of A$12.91, Evolution Mining has seen a 13.05% 90 day share price return, while its 1 year total shareholder return is approximately 1.5x and the 3 year total shareholder return is just over 3x. This suggests that recent gold price highs and...