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Reliance Worldwide walked into today with momentum on its side. The stock has climbed about 41% over the past three months and closed at A$4.40, helped by the takeover proposal from Brookfield at A$4.75 a share. That kind of premium sets a clear anchor for market emotion. The earnings print itself told a harsher story. Adjusted net profit after tax fell to US$125.1m and adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation margin compressed to 18.5%. The market now has to...

Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG) has provided a $100 million asset-backed financing facility to Clearco to support funding for ecommerce brands. The partnership focuses on expanding Clearco’s capacity to offer capital to growing online businesses. The transaction adds to Macquarie Group’s activity in ecommerce and fintech focused funding structures. The wider push into funding ecommerce growth and alternative finance platforms is also worth tracking for investors who want exposure to different...

Santos (ASX:STO) shares are in focus after the company reported half year 2026 results, with net income and earnings per share lower than a year earlier, while keeping its interim dividend unchanged. See our latest analysis for Santos. At a latest share price of A$8.11, Santos has seen a 30 day share price return of 5.60% and a year to date share price return of 31.87%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 9.68% points to more measured long term gains, suggesting recent momentum has picked...

CSL (ASX:CSL) is in focus after its latest full year results showed sales and revenue near prior levels, a swing to a net loss, fresh 2027 earnings guidance, and a declared dividend. See our latest analysis for CSL. The earnings announcement, new 2027 guidance and dividend decision have triggered a sharp reassessment of CSL, with a 1-day share price return of 17.25% and a 90-day share price return of 60.27%, even though the 1-year total shareholder return is down 28.29% and the 5-year total...

AGL Energy Limited has reported its full-year results for the period ended June 30, 2026, with sales of A$13,590 million versus A$14,339 million a year earlier, and net income rising to A$756 million from A$112 million, alongside sharply higher earnings per share from continuing operations. The combination of materially higher profit and earnings per share despite lower sales suggests AGL has significantly improved its cost structure or mix of earnings over the year. We’ll now examine how...

Deterra Royalties (ASX:DRR) drew investor attention after reporting full year 2026 net income of A$164.21 million, along with higher earnings per share and reduced net debt supported by operating cash flows and asset sales. See our latest analysis for Deterra Royalties. Deterra Royalties’ latest earnings release and progress on Thacker Pass came alongside a 1-day share price return of 3.08% and a year to date share price return of 5.33%. The 5-year total shareholder return of 42.00% points to...

Service Stream Limited has released its full-year results for the year ended 30 June 2026, with sales of A$2,353.7 million and net income of A$56.9 million, both only slightly different from the prior year. The combination of marginally higher revenue but softer profit signals pressure on profitability, which may prompt investors to reassess the quality of the company’s earnings mix. We’ll now examine how this past-year earnings result, with higher sales but lower net income, affects Service...

With the RBA warning that interest rates may still need to rise if inflation stays sticky, the gap between winners and losers on the ASX could widen quickly. Higher borrowing costs can pressure some sectors, yet they can also reshape margins and pricing power for others. This article walks through three Australian banks and financial stocks from our screener that are directly exposed to this latest rate shock and explains how the news may matter for your portfolio decisions. The stocks...

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT has released its full-year results for the 12 months to 30 June 2026, reporting A$378.3 million in sales and A$361.6 million in net income, with basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations of A$0.1732, all higher than the prior year. The strong lift in net income relative to sales suggests improved profitability, which may prompt investors to reassess earlier expectations for softer earnings ahead. Next, we’ll examine how this higher full-year...

Australian Foundation Investment buy-back extension draws investor focus Australian Foundation Investment (ASX:AFI) has continued its on-market share buy-back, recently purchasing an additional 300,000 shares as part of a program that has retired more than 33 million shares to date. See our latest analysis for Australian Foundation Investment. Set against the ongoing buy-back, Australian Foundation Investment’s recent 90 day share price return of 5.21% and 1 year total shareholder return...

Despite the fact that Microba Life Sciences Limited (ASX:MAP) stock rose 21% last week, insiders who sold AU$213k worth...

With European bond yields at multi year highs as markets brace for tighter central bank policy, investors are again reminded how quickly borrowing costs can reset. That puts a spotlight on founder led companies that already run lean and keep capital efficiency front and center. This article highlights three stocks from the Top Founder Led Companies screener that combine strong ownership commitment with disciplined use of investor capital. The three stocks below are just a starting sample, and...

Imdex Limited has released its full-year results for the 12 months to 30 June 2026, reporting revenue of A$520.09 million and net income of A$79.44 million, with both basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increasing year-on-year. The company also highlighted record revenue growth, margin expansion above 31%, a 36% uplift in the full-year dividend, and the contribution from five recent acquisitions alongside ongoing research and development investment. With record...

Global bond yields are climbing, with 10 year US and European benchmarks near multi month highs as investors reassess inflation risks and future interest rate paths. Higher yields can pressure large, rate sensitive stocks and shift attention toward smaller companies that do not rely as heavily on cheap capital. This article highlights 3 AI Small Caps screener stocks that aim to capture that shift and provide fresh ideas for long term portfolios. The stocks covered below are just a small...

Auris Minerals Limited ( ASX:AUR ) insiders who bought shares over the past year were rewarded handsomely last week...

Artificial intelligence is one of the key themes facing investors, but few think about what AI infrastructure stands behind it.

JB Hi-Fi Limited has released its full-year results for the 12 months to June 30, 2026, reporting A$11.06 billion in sales and A$489.9 million in net income, with both basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increasing year on year. The uplift in earnings and per-share profitability suggests the retailer sustained higher sales while keeping profitability positive across its operations over the past year. Next, we will examine how this earnings growth, especially the...

As the Australian market navigates the impacts of rising oil prices and fluctuating indices, investors are increasingly looking towards dividend stocks as a stable income source amidst economic uncertainty. In this environment, selecting stocks with reliable dividend yields can be an effective strategy for those seeking to balance potential inflationary pressures with steady returns.

As the Australian market grapples with the implications of rising oil prices and their potential inflation impacts, investors are increasingly looking for opportunities within sectors that may be trading below their intrinsic value. In such a climate, identifying undervalued stocks can be particularly advantageous, as these investments often offer significant potential for growth when broader market conditions stabilize.

Rising oil prices have recently stirred global markets, impacting sectors across the ASX and contributing to a mixed performance among Australian indices. For investors looking beyond well-known companies, penny stocks—often smaller or newer firms—can present intriguing opportunities despite their somewhat outdated reputation. These stocks can offer a blend of affordability and potential growth when backed by solid financials, making them worth exploring for those seeking unique investment...

Vita Life Sciences stock barely flinched after the half year 2026 numbers, even though the business just printed another solid step up in earnings power. The market left the shares around A$2.60, while the trailing price to earnings multiple sits near 12.7x and the dividend yield around 5.38%. The key development in this healthcare group is a cleaner earnings engine. Net profit margin on a trailing basis is 11.6% and higher than a year ago, which frames this result as a quiet but important...

AMP Limited (ASX:AMP) recently reported half-year 2026 results showing revenue of A$1,425 million and net income of A$154 million, lifted its ordinary dividend to 3.0 cents per share, and authorized an on-market share buyback of up to A$150 million through April 30, 2027. Together, higher earnings, a larger partially franked dividend, and a sizeable repurchase relative to AMP’s 2.43 billion shares highlight a renewed focus on capital returns and balance sheet efficiency. Next, we’ll examine...

Global bond yields are climbing as investors reassess inflation risks linked to higher energy costs. That kind of rate pressure can be a headwind for many assets, yet it puts a sharper spotlight on companies tied directly to the AI and ChatGPT build out. The screener surfaces stocks connected to chips, cloud and software. This article highlights three AI stocks from that list that merit a closer look now. The three AI stocks discussed below are just a sample from a wider group, with the full...

Aspen Group stock closed at A$5.38 on Tuesday with investors already sitting on solid gains over the past quarter. The fresh earnings drop a different kind of headline. Reported net profit margin for the last twelve months is 51.4%, slightly softer than a year ago, and that figure is heavily flattered by a one off A$53.5m gain. The trailing P/E of 16.9x now rests in between cheaper global real estate investment trusts and pricier local peers. The key question for investors is how much of this...