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Vicinity Centres (ASX:VCX) has announced a planned board transition, with long-serving Chairman Trevor Gerber set to retire at the 2026 AGM. Patrick Allaway has been appointed as Chairman-elect, effective 15 June 2026. See our latest analysis for Vicinity Centres. At a share price of A$2.64, Vicinity Centres has seen building momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 4.76% and a 90 day share price return of 12.34%, while the 5 year total shareholder return of 114.09% points to a strong...

On June 22, 2026, SGH Limited (ASX:SGH) approved a capital management initiative to repurchase up to 40,699,816 shares, or 10% of its 406,998,167 issued shares, under a buyback program running until August 10, 2027. This sizeable authorisation gives SGH flexibility to reshape its capital structure over time, potentially altering earnings per share and the balance between reinvestment and returns to shareholders. We’ll now examine how SGH’s approval of a buyback of up to 10% of its shares may...

Private security and surveillance stocks are back in focus after a sharp political turn in key New York primaries, where progressive Democratic Socialist candidates unseated more moderate rivals. Their platforms on policing, borders, prisons, and broader economic policy are raising fresh questions about how private security and surveillance technology companies might be affected by future legislation and funding priorities. This article looks at 3 stocks from our Private Security and...

From what we can see, insiders were net buyers in C29 Metals Limited's ( ASX:C29 ) during the past 12 months. That is...

Insiders who bought AU$620.3k worth of Cambium Bio Limited's ( ASX:CMB ) stock at an average buy price of AU$0.46 over...

Insiders who bought AU$1.97m worth of Arika Resources Limited's ( ASX:ARI ) stock at an average buy price of AU$0.024...

Shareholders of Ricegrowers Limited ( ASX:SGLLV ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 15% to...

Nickel Industries Limited recently reported that commissioning at the Excelsior Nickel Cobalt HPAL project is progressing, with ore now feeding the limonite preparation plant, sulphuric acid plant ignition imminent, and first mixed hydroxide precipitate targeted shortly after initial autoclave operations begin. Alongside this progress, the company has held a special call to outline new investments across the electric-vehicle supply chain, signalling a push deeper into battery-grade materials...

Why recent sentiment shifts around Harvey Norman matter now Recent market commentary around Harvey Norman Holdings (ASX:HVN) has brought ownership adjustments, cautious shopper behaviour and tighter margin discipline into focus as investors reassess retail sentiment into the end of the financial year. See our latest analysis for Harvey Norman Holdings. At a share price of A$4.88, Harvey Norman’s 1 month share price return of 8.7% contrasts with a year-to-date share price decline of 30.4%,...

Conference presentation draws investor attention to 4DMedical Investor interest in 4DMedical (ASX:4DX) has picked up ahead of the company’s presentation at the Life Sciences Virtual Investor Forum on June 24, where CEO Andreas Fouras is scheduled to outline current priorities. The event gives current and prospective shareholders a chance to hear directly from management about 4DMedical’s respiratory imaging technology portfolio and how the business is positioned across the United States and...

Charter Hall Group has already declared an ordinary half-year distribution of A$0.2584 per stapled security for the period to 30 June 2026, 79.99% franked, with an ex-date of 29 June 2026, record date of 30 June 2026 and cash payment due on 31 August 2026. This higher distribution, which lifts the full-year payout to A$0.5067 per security and follows upgraded FY26 earnings guidance underpinned by strong capital inflows into its fee-based funds platform, underlines the growing role of fund...

Workplace culture is moving from a “soft issue” to a hard financial risk, and few sectors feel that more than Australian mining. Fresh class actions over alleged sexual harassment and violence at remote sites are putting Fortescue and its peers under legal, regulatory, and reputational pressure. For investors, this is not just a legal story; it is a potential driver of valuation, funding costs, and long term licence to operate. This article walks through 3 stocks exposed to the current news,...

Santos (ASX:STO) has drawn fresh interest after announcing the appointment of Ms. Kate Vidgen as an independent Non-Executive Director. This governance change puts board composition and future decision making in focus for investors. See our latest analysis for Santos. At a share price of A$7.14, Santos has a 1 day share price return of 1.42%, while the 30 day share price return is down 9.51%, and the 1 year total shareholder return is down 2.30%. This suggests recent momentum has softened...

Northern Star Resources has recently come under pressure after Elliott Investment Management disclosed an investment of over A$1.00 billion, calling for a board overhaul and strategic review, while the company pushed ahead with a A$500.00 million share buyback that may reach its share cap before exhausting the authorised cash. This combination of activist demands, capital returns and leadership transition has turned Northern Star into a key test case for how large gold producers balance...

Interest in Woodside Energy Group (ASX:WDS) has picked up after its new Western Australian gas supply agreement with Alcoa and progress updates on the Scarborough offshore gas project, prompting investors to reassess the stock. See our latest analysis for Woodside Energy Group. The recent supply deal and Scarborough progress come against a mixed price backdrop, with the A$27.65 share price giving a year to date share price return of 16.86% but a 90 day share price return that is down 19.79%...

Lindian Resources has opened a regional office in Singapore to bring its international sales, marketing and logistics for rare earth products in-house, following the end of a third-party trading agreement. This move gives Lindian direct control over customer relationships and commercial terms while seeking to optimise its global corporate and tax structure as its operations expand. We’ll now examine how consolidating global marketing in Singapore shapes Lindian Resources’ investment...

Ansell Limited has appointed Erik Van den Enden as Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 September 2026, bringing nearly two decades of global finance leadership across consumer goods, telecommunications, and infrastructure, and he will be based in the company’s Brussels office and engaged via his Belgian management services company. This appointment marks a significant refresh of Ansell’s financial leadership bench, adding deep international M&A and finance transformation experience at a...

Dividend details and key dates for Mirvac Group investors Mirvac Group (ASX:MGR) has declared an unfranked interim dividend of A$0.048 per share for the six months to June 30, 2026, a decision that directly affects income focused holders. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on August 31, 2026, to investors on the register as of the June 30 record date, with shares trading ex dividend from June 29. See our latest analysis for Mirvac Group. Mirvac Group's recent income announcement comes after...

What the new distribution and project milestone mean for Transurban investors Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) has drawn fresh attention after announcing a 35.0 cent distribution per stapled security for the six months to 30 June 2026, alongside completing the M7 M12 Integration Project in Western Sydney. See our latest analysis for Transurban Group. Following the distribution announcement and the completion of the M7 M12 Integration Project, Transurban Group’s recent 30 day share price return of...

The pending addition of SpaceX to the Nasdaq-100 has put fresh attention on aerospace and satellite technology stocks, as index trackers like Invesco QQQ Trust prepare to buy SpaceX shares and potentially reshape flows across the sector. For investors, that kind of benchmark shift can change how capital is distributed, which may affect everything from liquidity to valuation for companies exposed to the same theme. This article walks through 3 stocks from the Aerospace and Satellite Technology...

Consumers taking a harder look at discretionary spending, and the opportunity cost of holidays or luxury goods versus long term investing, could quietly reshape where money flows next. If more income is directed into equity and savings products, asset managers and investment platforms may see stronger interest in their funds and tax efficient solutions, even as some travel, leisure, and luxury stocks face pressure on earnings. This article examines that potential shift and introduces 3 stocks...

In recent months, Aeris Resources has expanded its copper footprint in New South Wales and consolidated assets in the Cobar region, reinforcing its position as an established Australian mid-tier producer of copper and gold anchored by the Tritton and Cracow operations. This copper-focused expansion, supported by analyst attention on the company’s project pipeline and operational delivery, highlights how Aeris is aligning its portfolio with metals essential for electrification and renewable...

Perseus Mining (ASX:PRU) has drawn fresh attention after increasing its equity buyback authorization by A$50 million to A$150 million, following a half year net profit of US$185.5 million. See our latest analysis for Perseus Mining. At a share price of A$5.15, Perseus Mining has seen a 1 day share price return of 3.62%. The 7 day and 30 day share price returns have slipped, yet the 1 year total shareholder return of 56.44% and 5 year total shareholder return of 276.18% point to momentum that...

CMB.TECH NV and Fortescue recently announced a milestone charter deal for up to 12 ammonia-capable Newcastlemax vessels, including three dual-fuel ammonia ships due by late 2026 and nine ammonia-ready ships that can be converted later. If powered by green ammonia, this future fleet could materially cut Fortescue’s shipping emissions, but hinges on fuel availability, port infrastructure and cost-effective green ammonia supply. We’ll now examine how Fortescue’s move into ammonia-capable...