Australian Machinery Stock News

The Albanese government’s plan to invest up to A$7 billion in counter drone defence spending has thrown a fresh spotlight on DroneShield (ASX:DRO), just as it heads into its Q1 2026 results. See our latest analysis for DroneShield. DroneShield’s A$3.83 share price comes after a strong run, with a 1 year total shareholder return above 200% and multi year returns above 10x, even as the 90 day share price return shows a 19% pullback that reflects investors reassessing execution risks, leadership...

Life360 share moves and recent performance snapshot Life360 (ASX:360) has been attracting attention after recent share price swings, with the stock down about 3% on the day yet showing a 14% gain over the past week. Over the past month the share price is up roughly 15%, although the past 3 months show an 18% decline and the year to date move sits around a 33% fall, giving investors mixed signals. See our latest analysis for Life360. At the current share price of A$21.68, Life360’s 1 day share...

Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) has put out its H1 2026 scorecard with trailing 12 month revenue of A$1.7b and basic EPS of A$0.15, while the latest reported half year in 2025 showed revenue of A$849 million and a basic EPS loss of A$0.06 as one offs fed through the income statement. Over recent halves, revenue has moved from A$783 million in H2 2024 to A$799 million in H1 2025 and A$849 million in H2 2025, with basic EPS stepping from A$0.20 in H2 2024 to A$0.26 in H1 2025 before that H2 loss...

4DMedical Limited (ASX:4DX) was added to the S&P/ASX 200 Index on 13 April 2026, marking its entry into Australia’s benchmark equities basket. This index inclusion could broaden 4DMedical’s investor base as index-tracking funds and institutional portfolios reassess their exposure to the company. We’ll now examine how 4DMedical’s addition to the S&P/ASX 200 may reshape its investment narrative and longer-term risk profile. Find 10 companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below...

Regulatory penalty and disclosure breach Electro Optic Systems Holdings (ASX:EOS) is back in focus after the Federal Court ordered the company to pay a A$4 million penalty for breaching continuous disclosure requirements on its 2022 revenue guidance. See our latest analysis for Electro Optic Systems Holdings. The Federal Court ruling lands at a time when momentum in Electro Optic Systems Holdings shares has been positive, with a 1-day share price return of 5.10% and shorter term moves feeding...

If you are wondering whether Light & Wonder at around A$126 a share is priced for opportunity or already fully valued, this article is for you. The stock has returned 2.8% over the last 7 days and 13.8% over the last 30 days, while the year to date return sits at a 19.1% decline and the 1 year return is 3.3%. Recent coverage has focused on Light & Wonder as a key name in the broader hospitality and gaming space, with attention on how its mix of content and technology positions it among...

CrowdStrike’s latest update to its Managed Security Service Provider model across Japan and Asia Pacific puts Dicker Data (ASX:DDR) in focus, as the distributor supports AI-driven cybersecurity offerings for small and medium-sized businesses. See our latest analysis for Dicker Data. The CrowdStrike MSSP expansion arrives as Dicker Data’s shares trade at A$9.12, with a 30 day share price return of 6.42% and a 90 day share price return of 9.79%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 18.69% and...

We wouldn't blame Technology One Limited ( ASX:TNE ) shareholders if they were a little worried about the fact that...

ASX Limited has completed Release 1 of its CHESS Project, with the new clearing system successfully cut over and all Approved Market Operators connected ahead of market open, following extensive testing to support higher trading volumes on a modern, resilient platform. This marks a major step in ASX’s technology modernisation, showing how the exchange is rebuilding critical market infrastructure in stages while keeping project costs for Release 1 within the previously guided A$125.00...

The recent 16% drop in Ballymore Resources Limited's ( ASX:BMR ) stock could come as a blow to insiders who purchased...

Swoop Holdings Limited ( ASX:SWP ) insiders who bought shares over the past year were rewarded handsomely last week...

Why James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) just jumped James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) shares moved higher after investors reacted to the company’s raised fiscal 2026 guidance and its progress integrating AZEK Company Inc, even as upcoming quarterly earnings are expected to show an EPS decline. See our latest analysis for James Hardie Industries. At a latest share price of A$30.65, James Hardie Industries has a 30 day share price return of 11.74%, yet its 1 year total shareholder return of...

As Australian shares face a potential drop amid geopolitical tensions and market uncertainties, investors are on the lookout for opportunities that can weather such volatility. Penny stocks, often associated with smaller or newer companies, continue to capture interest due to their affordability and potential for growth. Despite being considered a niche area of investment, these stocks can offer significant value when backed by strong financials.

Insiders seem to have made the most of their holdings by selling AU$164k worth of Albright Metals Ltd ( ASX:ABR ) stock...

Lachlan Star Limited ( ASX:LSA ) insiders who bought shares over the past year were rewarded handsomely last week. The...

National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB) has warned that first half credit impairment costs are expected to reach A$706m, roughly double prior levels, as it responds to uncertainty linked to the Iran war. See our latest analysis for National Australia Bank. At a share price of A$41.21, National Australia Bank has seen a 1 year total shareholder return of 27.22% and a 5 year total shareholder return of 97.62%. However, the 30 day share price return of negative 9.57% and 7 day share price return of...

Sky Metals Limited ( ASX:SKY ) is possibly approaching a major achievement in its business, so we would like to shine...

Champion Iron Limited ( ASX:CIA ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making substantial...

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

Australian shares are poised for a modest gain, contrasting with Wall Street's recent declines, as investors navigate global uncertainties and regional developments. In this context, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—offer intriguing opportunities for growth at accessible price points. Despite being an older term, these stocks can still hold significant potential when backed by strong financial health and solid fundamentals.

Hot Chili (ASX:HCH) has presented new drilling results from its La Verde copper gold discovery in Chile to investors, highlighting the widest intercept reported so far and extensions to the high grade core. See our latest analysis for Hot Chili. Hot Chili’s recent La Verde drilling update arrives while the share price sits at A$1.57, with a 30 day share price return of 17.6% but a 90 day share price return of 12.78%, and a very large 1 year total shareholder return that contrasts with weaker...

NEXTDC (ASX:NXT) has put fresh capital raising and growth plans in the spotlight, outlining record contracted utilisation alongside a A$2.2b capital plan and a A$1.51b follow on equity offering. See our latest analysis for NEXTDC. The fresh capital plan and equity raise come after a period of firm momentum, with the 7 day share price return of 7.79% and 1 month share price return of 9.80% feeding into a 1 year total shareholder return of 34.73%. If you are assessing how other AI...

Telix Pharmaceuticals (ASX:TLX) has drawn fresh investor attention after Regeneron agreed to a US$40 million upfront payment to access its radiopharmaceutical platform, alongside Telix starting the pivotal Phase 3 IPAX BrIGHT trial in recurrent glioblastoma. See our latest analysis for Telix Pharmaceuticals. Against this backdrop, Telix’s recent news is landing on a share price that has gained 15.76% over the past 30 days and 28.46% over 90 days, while the 1 year total shareholder return...

Australian shares are poised for a modest gain, diverging from the recent softness seen in U.S. markets. For investors interested in smaller or newer companies, penny stocks—despite their somewhat outdated name—continue to offer intriguing opportunities for growth at accessible price points. With strong financial foundations, these stocks can provide potential upside and stability, making them worth exploring as hidden gems on the ASX.