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In early July 2026, Fortescue Ltd disclosed that it had been served with a Federal Court class action alleging workplace sexual harassment and sex discrimination affecting current and former female employees at its Australian operations between February 1, 2006 and December 5, 2025, with damages yet to be specified. The case raises material questions about Fortescue’s workplace culture, potential legal liabilities, and how effectively its stated commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive...

Insiders who acquired AU$2.91m worth of Citigold Corporation Limited's ( ASX:CTO ) stock at an average price of...

With the business potentially at an important milestone, we thought we'd take a closer look at Provaris Energy Ltd's...

Trade friction is back in focus as uncertainty around President Trump’s tariff plans and the prospect of higher import costs unsettle corporate budgets for 2026. While some companies face rising bills and compliance headaches, others in legal services and compliance solutions stand to see greater demand as businesses look for help with duties, refund claims and enforcement risks. This article explains how this trade tension could affect a select group of legal and compliance stocks. It also...

Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...

Just because a business does not make any money, does not mean that the stock will go down. For example, biotech and...

Australian Foundation Investment Company Limited recently reported further progress on its on-market buy-back program and released an updated estimated pre-tax net tangible asset backing of A$7.96 per share as at 3 July 2026, compared with a closing share price of A$6.88. By buying back shares while disclosing that its pre-tax NTA per share sits above the market price, AFIC is highlighting the gap between its underlying portfolio value and how the company is currently being valued by...

There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, although...

Neuren Pharmaceuticals Limited ( ASX:NEU ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...

Dividend Powerhouses with yields above 5% can be especially appealing when inflation signals are mixed, growth is cooling in places, and central banks are rethinking rate paths. While bond yields and policy guidance move around, a well covered, growing and stable dividend stream offers a clearer source of potential cash flow. This Dividend Powerhouses screener focuses on exactly that: companies that combine higher income with balance sheet discipline. In this article, you will see 3 of the...

As Australian shares experience a slight dip amid global market movements, investors are keeping a keen eye on the ASX for opportunities that offer stability and income through dividends. In such a fluctuating environment, dividend stocks can be appealing as they provide regular income streams, especially when yields reach up to 6.7%.

As Australian shares face a slight downturn amid global market fluctuations, investors are keenly observing the local landscape to identify promising opportunities. In this environment, growth companies with significant insider ownership can offer unique insights and stability, making them attractive prospects for those seeking to navigate the current market conditions.

Australian shares are poised for a slight dip, reflecting the unique challenges and opportunities that come with investing in the Australian market. Despite this, investors continue to seek out promising opportunities, particularly in the realm of penny stocks. While the term "penny stocks" may seem outdated, these smaller or less-established companies can still offer significant potential when they possess strong financials and clear growth prospects.

Recent commentary on Austal (ASX:ASB) has zeroed in on its long-term naval shipbuilding contracts linked to U.S., Australian and AUKUS defence spending, putting the stock back on the radar for defence-focused investors. See our latest analysis for Austal. Despite the recent contract focus, Austal’s share price has fallen 40.4% year to date and is down 10.4% over three months, while the 5 year total shareholder return of 117.9% shows how sentiment has shifted over different time frames. If...

Regis Resources recently reported an initial open pit Mineral Resource at Beamish South of 7 million tonnes at 1.1g/t for 270,000 ounces, alongside encouraging drilling results at Duketon and the Tropicana joint venture that point to further resource potential. These exploration updates, combined with ongoing assessment of Beamish South’s ability to underpin a future Ore Reserve, have sharpened investor focus on Regis’s longer-term production pipeline and potential mine life extensions...

EVT (ASX:EVT) has drawn fresh attention after EVT Hotels & Resorts launched an app integration with ChatGPT, allowing travellers to discover properties and begin bookings through AI-powered conversations within OpenAI's platform. See our latest analysis for EVT. The ChatGPT integration comes as EVT trades at A$12.59, with the stock up 4.92% on a 1 month share price return but down 7.15% on a 3 month share price return, while the 1 year total shareholder return is down 19.6% and the 3 year...

Cochlear (ASX:COH) is back in focus after a 2.26% share price rise, following a one year decline of 59.17%. Investors are reassessing healthcare stocks amid improving patient activity and operational execution. See our latest analysis for Cochlear. The recent 27.29% 1 month share price return contrasts with a 51.01% decline year to date and a 56.63% fall in the 1 year total shareholder return. Cochlear's short term momentum is improving, while longer term performance remains weak as investors...

Institutional interest and AI focus put Weebit Nano in the spotlight Weebit Nano (ASX:WBT) has drawn fresh attention after international institutional investors increased their focus on the company, alongside updates on its resistive random access memory technology and commercialisation efforts. This interest, combined with Weebit Nano's role in AI related semiconductor memory and ongoing customer engagement, has supported a stronger sentiment backdrop that investors are now weighing against...

Defense and aerospace stocks are back in focus after reports that Lockheed Martin is close to a roughly US$3.5b deal for naval defense specialist Ultra Maritime, and increased global defense spending has already coincided with significant gains for parts of the sector in 2026. For investors, this kind of deal activity can change how money flows across the whole group, not just for Lockheed Martin. This article breaks down 3 stocks from our Defense and Aerospace Sector screener that appear...

Recent moves such as the Wells Fargo Corporate Trust acquisition come as Computershare trades at A$39.26, with a 90 day share price return of 37.71% and a 5 year total shareholder return of 179.70%. This indicates that momentum has been strong over both shorter and longer horizons.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) has cut 170 roles in its technology division. This development is prompting investors to reassess how workforce changes, digital priorities, and interest rate expectations might influence sentiment toward the stock. See our latest analysis for Commonwealth Bank of Australia. At a current share price of A$164.66, Commonwealth Bank of Australia has seen a 2.34% 1 month share price return and a 2.20% year to date share price return. The 1 year total...

On 29 June 2026, Zip Co Limited announced a partnership with Rally House, enabling fans to use Zip’s installment payment options online and across more than 300 US stores for licensed college and professional sports merchandise. This tie-up strengthens Zip’s access to an engaged sports fan base in the US, potentially boosting transaction volumes across a wide range of team and league apparel. We’ll now examine how this expanded access to Rally House’s nationwide sports retail footprint could...

Renewed interest in industrial stocks has put Brambles (ASX:BXB) in focus after recent commentary highlighted its global pallet pooling business, its emphasis on supply chain efficiency, and its ongoing investments in automation and network optimisation. See our latest analysis for Brambles. Brambles' recent 17.3% 1 month share price return stands in contrast to a 12.9% decline year to date and a weaker 1 year total shareholder return of 11.8%. This suggests momentum has picked up following...

Challenger Limited has recently reinforced its position as Australia’s leading annuity provider, benefiting from an ageing population and rising demand for retirement income solutions. Technical analysts highlight an Inverse Head & Shoulders breakout on Challenger’s daily chart, pointing to increasingly optimistic sentiment around its retirement-focused business model. We’ll now explore how this reinforced demand for retirement income products could influence Challenger’s existing...