Australian Machinery Stock News

Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile and Wesfarmers have approved a major expansion of the Mt Holland lithium project, aiming to double annual spodumene concentrate output to about 760,000 tonnes at 5.5% Li2O, supported by a new concentrator and integrated ore sorting facility, with construction of the second concentrator targeted to start in the second half of 2027. The joint venture’s decision, backed by a completed definitive feasibility study and key regulatory approvals, underlines how...

Australian Foundation Investment walked into this result with a stock that had drifted slightly, down over the past month, while still holding a modest gain over three months. The earnings print put a harsh spotlight on one issue above all others: a rich 28.7x P/E against an underwhelming 0.9% total return for the year and weak free cash flow support for a 4.25% dividend. That mix gives you the real sentiment story today: a premium valuation, income on offer, and a portfolio that has lagged...

Tariffs, trade barriers and fragile shipping routes are reshaping how goods move around the world, yet they are also creating new demand for AI, automation and software that can keep supply chains running. Instead of just thinking about what this means for exporters or manufacturers, consider where the pressure points are that require better data, smarter routing and more efficient warehouses. This article looks at three stocks tied to AI and automation in supply chain and logistics that are...

With inflation signals mixed, central banks cautious and bond yields reacting to every new headline, many investors are looking for steadier income from their portfolios. That is where the Dividend Powerhouses screener comes in. It focuses on companies offering more than a 5% dividend yield that is covered, growing and stable, which can help you keep cash flow coming even as markets adjust to changing energy costs, policy risks and shifting trade patterns. In this article you will see three...

Federal Court penalty and what it means for Harvey Norman Holdings Harvey Norman Holdings (ASX:HVN) has moved into focus after the Federal Court of Australia ordered the company to pay an A$35 million penalty in ASIC v Latitude Financial Services and Harvey Norman Holdings. The court also ordered Harvey Norman Holdings and Latitude Financial Services to share ASIC’s legal costs and publish an adverse publicity notice. Harvey Norman Holdings acknowledged the ruling, issued an apology to...

Potential rail strikes in Great Britain over toilet facilities are a sharp reminder that basic infrastructure and workplace conditions can quickly turn into financial risks. Service disruption, regulatory pressure and higher compliance costs can all feed through to company earnings and investor sentiment. For investors, that makes it worth paying attention to businesses that help keep facilities compliant, safe and usable. This article looks at 3 stocks from our Infrastructure and Facility...

Dexus (ASX:DXS) shares are in focus after the company outlined the next steps in the APAC legal matter, with the Court setting October hearing dates and multiple appeals and cross appeals now formally scheduled. See our latest analysis for DEXUS. Against this backdrop, DEXUS shares have shown a 2.4% 1 day share price return and a 1.9% 30 day share price return. However, the share price is still down 15.7% year to date and total shareholder return over five years has declined 24.4%. This hints...

With inflation, energy markets and interest rate expectations all moving at once, many investors are looking at smaller stocks that aim to keep financial risk in check. The Financially Fit Penny Stocks screener focuses on companies trading below 5 that still show signs of solid balance sheet strength. That filter can help you concentrate on potential opportunities where financial health is a priority, even at lower share prices. This article highlights three stocks from that screener and...

West African Resources recently faced allegations from the Deadlock ransomware group of stealing extensive accounting data tied to its Burkina Faso mining projects, alongside hosting an investor webinar and conference call to review its June 2026 quarterly report with Executive Chairman and CEO Richard Hyde. This combination of a claimed cyber intrusion involving critical operational information and a scheduled transparency-focused investor briefing raises important questions about how the...

BHP Group (ASX:BHP) has released its fourth quarter and year to date production figures to 30 June 2026, along with new production guidance for fiscal 2027 across copper, iron ore and coal. See our latest analysis for BHP Group. BHP Group's latest production update comes after a strong share price run, with a 90 day share price return of 8.43% and a year to date share price return of 31.34%, while the 1 year total shareholder return stands at 55.34%. If you are looking beyond large resource...

Founder-led companies can be especially interesting when markets are shaped by big forces like energy prices, inflation, and shifting central bank policies. A founder who still owns a meaningful stake often has a long-term mindset and a direct financial incentive to manage through rate cycles, cost pressures, and uneven global growth. This Founder-Led Companies screener focuses on leaders who are personally invested in the outcome of their business. In this article you will see three of the...

We can readily understand why investors are attracted to unprofitable companies. By way of example, Southern Palladium...

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...

Australian shares are experiencing a slight downturn, with the ASX 200 dipping as international market trends influence local trading. Despite this, the allure of penny stocks remains significant for investors interested in smaller or newer companies that offer growth potential at lower price points. These stocks, when supported by strong financials and clear business strategies, can present valuable opportunities in today's market landscape.

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

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tech buzzword; it now cuts across semiconductors, software, cloud platforms and large language models such as ChatGPT. While inflation, energy prices and shifting central bank policies shape market sentiment, AI shares sit at the crossroads of these macro stories and long term digital transformation. The AI Stocks screener focuses on companies directly tied to this ChatGPT and AI build out, from chips to infrastructure to applications, helping you...

Insiders were net sellers of Ausgold Limited's ( ASX:AUC ) stock during the past year. That is, insiders sold more...

With the Federal Reserve holding rates steady for now, dropping forward guidance, and keeping inflation control front and center, currency moves are back on the radar for many investors. A stronger US dollar can subtly reshape earnings for global companies, especially those with cross border costs and revenues. This article focuses on three large, financially solid stocks from our US Dollar Beneficiary Stocks screener that appear closely linked to the latest Fed backdrop and geopolitical...

Capricorn Metals recently reported a 33% increase in its group ore reserve estimate to 5.24 million ounces of gold, driven by upgrades at the Karlawinda and Mt Gibson projects in Western Australia and supported by an updated Prefeasibility Study for Mt Gibson outlining a 19.25-year mine life. This combination of larger reserves and a long-dated development plan materially reshapes the company’s project pipeline and long-term production profile. We’ll now examine how the expanded ore reserve...

Technology One (ASX:TNE) has unveiled a new executive leadership structure, creating sector focused executive vice president roles and reassigning long serving CFO Cale Bennett, while appointing Giovanni Rizzo as Acting Chief Financial Officer. See our latest analysis for Technology One. Technology One’s leadership shake up arrived alongside a 5.79% 1 day share price gain to A$28.68, although the stock’s 1 year total shareholder return has declined 26.74%. This contrasts with a much stronger...

Some of the losses seen by insiders who purchased AU$725.0k worth of Cannindah Resources Limited ( ASX:CAE ) shares...

Geopolitical tensions involving Ukraine, Iran, Russia, China, and North Korea are reshaping expectations around supply chains, sanctions, and global trade, and that can ripple directly into the way large commodity producers and diversified miners are priced. For investors watching these risks closely, broad headlines can feel abstract until they hit specific stocks that are more exposed to the news. This article focuses on three stocks from our Commodity Producers and Diversified Miners...

Global markets are wrestling with mixed inflation signals, shifting rate paths, and swings in energy prices, which leaves many investors unsure where to focus. One way to cut through the noise is to look at companies where current prices stand below an estimate of fair value based on cash flows. That is exactly what the Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener targets, highlighting businesses that SWS DCF valuation flags as potentially mispriced. In this article, you will see 3 stocks...

Geopolitical tensions, energy supply concerns and shifting signals from central banks are pushing investors to rethink how global infrastructure development stocks fit into their portfolios. With inflation and interest rate expectations in focus, financially solid infrastructure companies in key English-speaking markets are drawing attention as potential stabilisers or pressure points for risk exposure. This article highlights 3 stocks from our Global Infrastructure Development Stocks...